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Summer Lace

The shadows fall like summer lace Through palm trees fluttered in the sun The soft caress of dawning breeze Invites my senses to be spun With every step in wonderland The crystal blues of morning sky Intend to lift my feet, as they Await for me to learn to fly As day begins a brand new page On which to write another verse My mind, as one with nature’s love Takes off, creation to traverse For what, with song of daybreak’s dove Could keep a soul to tethered rein When ecstasy of rainbow’s hue Can heal the most defining pain As shadows fall like summer lace To bless my path in fauna’s art I’m open to a whole new world With thoughts of love to fill my heart

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Date: 9/21/2023 10:58:00 AM
This is absolutely gorgeous Mike.Love the title! Such beautiful flow and perfect rhymes. Wonderful, poetic lines throughout,’ The soft caress of dawning breeze’, ‘When ecstasy of rainbow’s hue’. Such a tranquil read. Loved it! :):)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 9/21/2023 2:55:00 PM
Christina, thank you so much , I am so happy you liked it! It is one my faves that I’ve ever written!!
Date: 8/23/2022 4:27:00 AM
Shadows falling, your senses, rainbow and a whole new world. Such thought-provoking, er, thoughts. I rather like this one, Mike.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/23/2022 5:28:00 AM
Thank you so much Andrew !!
Date: 8/18/2022 7:25:00 AM
Lovely poem well expressed, Tim
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/18/2022 11:55:00 AM
Thanks so much Tim!
Date: 8/11/2022 8:48:00 AM
This is such a lovely, gentle poem, it made my day seem brighter. I'm faving.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/12/2022 4:37:00 AM
Ann, I am so glad that it resonated with you! Thank you so much xxoo
Date: 8/9/2022 6:43:00 AM
Lovely poem. Sharing this on twitter today, as Tuesday is share a post day on poetry soup.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/9/2022 7:53:00 AM
Thanks so much, that is so nice!!!
Date: 8/8/2022 9:04:00 AM
Mike, you've described so many of nature's sensory delights that lift the spirit and send it soaring to the heights: the rainbow's hue, daybreak's dove, the breeze's caress, and my favorite - shadows that fall like summer lace. Magnificent writing, so original and uplifting, a Fav for me. Congrats for your POTD honor, hope you are enjoying your day ~ John
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Mike Gentile
Date: 8/8/2022 9:20:00 AM
Thank you so much John, I am so flattered that you like it! Happy Monday !
Date: 7/30/2022 11:34:00 AM
Absolutely uplifting and very truthful poem you have for us Mike!! Loved it! Thank you so much your summer lace!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/30/2022 12:27:00 PM
Smita, thank you so much for your kind words!! Happy Saturday!!!
Date: 7/26/2022 9:27:00 PM
Already marked as fave earlier on ~ Congrats in your win in Brian’s contest, Mike!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/27/2022 4:35:00 AM
Thanks again Seeker friend!!
Date: 7/26/2022 3:41:00 PM
Mike, this is a masterpiece. I smiled all the way thought this vividly descriptive, appealing poem. CONGRATS on your win! Janice
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/27/2022 4:34:00 AM
Janice, thank you so much for your kind and generous words, I am so glad that you liked it xxoo
Date: 7/24/2022 11:17:00 PM
I just Faved this beauty Mike. Every artful line impresses and defines the poet in you my friend. I absolutely loved this gorgeous poem! Congratulations on having it honored for POTD! Blessings xxoo
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/25/2022 4:05:00 AM
That's so nice, thank you so much Connie xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 11:40:00 PM
Congratulations on your POTD. Well done.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:28:00 AM
Thank you so much Jeanette !!!
Date: 7/23/2022 7:55:00 PM
Mike, congrats on POTD for this gentle, delicate write. Happiness and Lace, Gershon
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:28:00 AM
Thanks so much GW, Happy Sunday!!!!
Date: 7/23/2022 5:48:00 PM
On this beautiful summer day, your words shine even brighter than the sun. Congratulations Mike, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:27:00 AM
So sweet are your words Brandy, thank you xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 3:40:00 PM
Congratulations, Mike, on your POTD honour. "The shadows fall like summer lace" - the opening line prepares the readers for a wonderful experience! Your descriptive imageries are outstanding, Mike - really flowing and lyrical. A Fave for me. Best wishes ~ Mala
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:26:00 AM
I am so glad that you liked it Malabika!!! Thank you so much!
Date: 7/23/2022 3:24:00 PM
WOW!!!! DOUBLE WOW!!!! This is exquisite Mike.....a ditto to all the previous praise......just a wonderful, yet solemnly sensuous, write.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:25:00 AM
Thank you so much John!!!
Date: 7/23/2022 2:19:00 PM
Congratulations on POTD Mike Gentile! Your poems are freeing and delightful. One of your vintage poems "The Visitation" just as beautiful, "I can learn to fly though perhaps not on wing by pluck, I can learn to sing. Serves to comfort and raise moral!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:25:00 AM
Thank you so much Anaya, I really appreciate your kind comments xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 1:58:00 PM
Congratulations on your POTD Mike! A lovely, nuanced ebb and flow. The power of imagination, thought, and nature, to heal and inspire a soul!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/24/2022 4:24:00 AM
Thank you so much Robert for your kind words!!
Date: 7/23/2022 12:04:00 PM
A wonderful poem Mike, congratulations on poem of the day… Belle
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 1:27:00 PM
Thank you Belle!!!
Date: 7/23/2022 11:55:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD! You got me on the very first line.....I love the imagery throughout. :)Paulette
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 1:27:00 PM
Thank you so much Paulette xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 9:55:00 AM
Beautiful, Mike, and well worth POTD.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:48:00 AM
Thanks so much Jim !!
Date: 7/23/2022 9:40:00 AM
Yeah, Michael! I just knew this poem was going to be a P.O.T.D.! I loved it when I first read it, and now I get to come back and say Congratulations!!!!
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:48:00 AM
That's so nice, thanks Milt!
Date: 7/23/2022 8:55:00 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. Your "Summer Lace" is a lovely write. Have a great/blessed day~weekend writing away............
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:47:00 AM
Thank you so much Paula xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 8:03:00 AM
Mike, such a beautiful write bringing hope and cheer.. Loved the title too...Congratulations on your POTD honor... God bless... ~ Ani
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:47:00 AM
Thank you Ani, Happy Saturday!!!
Date: 7/23/2022 7:27:00 AM
Just beautiful Mike . I love the rhythm and flow of this . I love shadows fall like summer lace … so lovely . Congratulations on POTD! Hugs and happy weekend! Susan :)
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:47:00 AM
Thanks Susan, a happy weekend to you as well xxoo
Date: 7/23/2022 7:16:00 AM
Hi Mike, such a gently, beautiful piece to lay before us. It brings peace to the heart. Congratulations on your Poem Of The day honour, it is well deserved with this wonderful piece. Have a wonderful Saturday ..... Mike.
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Mike Gentile
Date: 7/23/2022 10:46:00 AM
Thank you very much Vladislav!!!
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