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Summer Gems

Summer Gems A ring of bright topaz crowned the ruby sun today Opal rays danced On emerald leaves, Played on sapphire seas Like bright diamonds of dew 7-28-21 Contest: Bite Size Poem No 15 Sponsor: Line Gauthier

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Date: 8/9/2021 1:07:00 PM
A gem of a poem! Congratulations Sam, on a most creative write. Cheers, Brian
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Date: 8/2/2021 11:55:00 PM
All the jewels there to welcome summer sun...congrats for a fine win
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Date: 8/2/2021 2:38:00 PM
You've given me a picture perfect poem to mull over, I love all the colors of this splendid winning poem, congrats Sam, :)
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Date: 8/1/2021 11:52:00 PM
Marvelous poesy that you have artistically crafted, Sam, exceptional usage by appropriating effortless words that form a soothing composure that engages admirably. My compliments upon your righteous placement my friend, Aloha!
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Date: 8/1/2021 11:11:00 PM
Wow! Shining poetry, Sam, congratulations:)
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/3/2021 2:21:00 PM
Such fun to play with jewels on a summer day! Thank you Jo!
Date: 8/1/2021 6:41:00 AM
You painted such a beautiful picture with your poetic words Sam I see every one of your images too - thank you my friend and many congrats for your well deserved win in Lines contest... With kindest thoughts Ann xx
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Date: 8/1/2021 6:34:00 AM
Beautiful Bite. Congratulations on your win!
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/3/2021 2:22:00 PM
This was written on a summer afternoon sitting by the water. Everything seemed to be dancing! Thank you for your note Chris - and your congratulatios.
Date: 7/28/2021 6:53:00 PM
This is fantastic in every way. The view was spectacular. As far as I can determine, it looks to be a winner.  Best of luck in the contest, Sam
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Date: 7/28/2021 4:39:00 PM
I love this. I hope it wins!
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/28/2021 9:40:00 PM
Thank you Andrea! One day I was thinking about my experience as a summer camp counselor in college an experience I truly loved. This poem was born out of those experiences. I'm so glad that it spoke toyour heart.
Date: 7/28/2021 1:01:00 PM
Those gems are sparkling!
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Date: 7/28/2021 12:58:00 PM
WoW! Sam, This is just breathtaking. I enjoyed the view. It looks like a winner to me. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day ;-) Alexis
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Date: 7/28/2021 12:26:00 PM
Beautiful summer gems they are too Sam. Hope you're well, over fork over. Enjoy your week. Tom
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/28/2021 12:47:00 PM
Hi Tom! Many thanks for your delightful note! I love the colorful sparkle of summer so different from the crystal glitz of winter! Hope you are enjoying the long days of summer! Over Fork Over!
Date: 7/28/2021 12:01:00 PM
A bejeweled poem. I can see the brilliance.... quite blinding.... LOL
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/28/2021 12:14:00 PM
Marilene, thank you! Summer is a precious season and just seems to sparkle like gemstones. I've got an extra pair of shades for that glare! Sparkling blessings to you my friend!
Date: 7/28/2021 12:00:00 PM
A Sam Kauffman gem. Cheers - Gary
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Sam Kauffman
Date: 7/28/2021 12:16:00 PM
Thank you Gary! Summer just sparkles for me like the sunshine of your avatar! Returning your cheers with sunshine attached!

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