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Spring Is Not All

The trees unfurl their buds and blossoms cheer. Howdy-do Spring…achoo…grab a tissue. Grass grows Godiva-strong. It’s as I fear - For all your beauty brag, I’ve an issue. Here goes: my t-shirt clings with salty-sweat. The sun is harsh…it’s heart beats me to death. There is no pool in sight…I’m not cool-wet. I’m sick of lemonade, its stinking breath. Forget the drilling of Carpenter bees and clouds of gnats as I relax outside. The dive-bombers, abuzz - I’m ill at ease. The insect fog does follow close, my stride. Season attacks - Spring’s not all its beauty. Jack Frost…better off when he’s on duty. 1/31/2023 Spring Is Not All Sponsor: Michelle Faulkner

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Date: 3/3/2023 6:04:00 AM
Back with Congratulations on your wonderful win. I enjoyed your write.  Have a great/blessed day......................
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Date: 3/3/2023 3:02:00 AM
"Season attacks - Spring’s not all its beauty. Jack Frost…better off when he’s on duty" very beautifully ended. Congratulations!
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Date: 2/4/2023 7:49:00 AM
- Many who do not feel well in the spring ... but, for me the most beautiful time of the year - Jack Frost I am not fond of - A wonderful poem, Kim :) - hugs
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/4/2023 7:50:00 AM
I like a little bit of both :) hugs ~ Kim
Date: 2/3/2023 11:13:00 AM
A creative/cute write with a great ending. I think Jack Frost will be here a littler longer. Have a great/blessed  day...............
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:20:00 PM
He is lingering about…lol! Cold here today in Georgia…enjoying some oolong tea :) Thank you, dear Paula!
Date: 2/2/2023 10:30:00 PM
Well, let's see: You've ruined Spring for you --- but not for me! lol. ~ Ah Choooooo
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:19:00 PM
LOL…ah no, I do look forward to each season. If things were perfect we’d be in heaven. God bless you, dear one!
Date: 2/1/2023 8:54:00 PM
Enjoyed your playful not-so-perfect spring scene. Lots of great descriptions and the onomatopoeia flows so naturally.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:18:00 PM
Thank you so much, my friend!
Date: 2/1/2023 1:46:00 PM
A beautiful poem that explores each of the unappealing aspects of springtime. Excellent fun had by all! There is no doubt in my mind that this will earn a spot on the winner's list. Best wishes to you Dear Kim.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:18:00 PM
You, Lasaad, are always so uplifting. I cherish your PS friendship! :)
Date: 2/1/2023 1:55:00 AM
Allergies and beauty of spring. All seasons have their plus and minus. Great arguments. dear Kim. Best for a win.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:17:00 PM
Truly, they do but we should be grateful. Thank you, my dear friend!
Date: 1/31/2023 10:31:00 PM
A lovely poem exposing all the negative sides of Spring ! Much enjoyed ! I am sure this will see a place in the winner's list. All the best Dear Kim.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 2/3/2023 12:16:00 PM
Hope so :) Thank you, dear Valsa!
Date: 1/31/2023 4:07:00 PM
Kim, this is so well-written and realistic~~describing that unlovely side of spring. Janice
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2023 6:33:00 PM
Thank you, Janice! :)
Date: 1/31/2023 2:05:00 PM
Hahaha, you went and bursted my balloon! Why do we have to endure that in beautiful spring and...oh goodness, I don't exactly look forward to sweating in the heat!! Ok, you have me in a paradox ;)
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2023 6:33:00 PM
LOL…these seasons sure do create a paradox! Thank you, BJ!
Date: 1/31/2023 1:20:00 PM
Hilarious! Brilliant. Yep, like I like to watch snow from the bar window at a lodge. Great read! Needed the smile, thank you.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2023 1:30:00 PM
LOL?! Right…to venture out… Thanks, Joe!
Date: 1/31/2023 12:20:00 PM
Your first line seems another lovely homage to spring then your wonderful twist with "achoo" and funny tissue ... issue. Too fun, all the way through. Very nice (though I can do without Jack Frost on duty!) Dave
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2023 1:36:00 PM
Well, it is for a contest… I like the first snow..so pretty, but that is good enough. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed!
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 1/31/2023 1:31:00 PM
Well, it is for a contest… I like the first snow..so pretty, but that is good enough. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed!

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