Summer Abandonment

I carefully climb the old oak tree,
traipsing upon its extended limb.
Hold my breath, counting one, two, and three,
abandoning my perch for the swim.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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June 2, 2015 at 12:08 AM
Michael, congratulations on your awesome summer time win. ~SKAT~
Johnson Avatar
June 9, 2015 at 10:59 AM
Thank you.
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June 1, 2015 at 11:08 AM
ah, this is poetry in motion...lovely!
Johnson Avatar
June 9, 2015 at 11:00 AM
Again, a very nice compliment. Thank you!
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May 30, 2015 at 11:05 AM
Your poem's story like quality, brings a friendly feeling to the reader and we can almost see you swing into the air. Emile. #7
Johnson Avatar
June 9, 2015 at 11:00 AM
Emile, thank you. I am happy you enjoyed.
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