Jenna Logan Poet Rhyme

Summer Romance

Today I'm savoring vignettes of summer memories
that I've kept folded within the haven of my heart.
Your comforting touch, warmer than a summer breeze
was my purpose in life; contained in my every thought.

I cherished our twilight saunters along the beach,
and recall the tenderness of your lips with each kiss.
The distance between us, you were first to breach.
Everything we shared that summer, I fondly reminisce.

Our lust for life and each other shifted by summer's end.
We'd fallen in love, one stronger than granite, we vowed.
A small plastic ring, you put on my finger as a friend,
then whispered, "I love you," saying the words aloud.

Even mountains made of stone can fall apart.
Time takes its toll leaving behind brittle parts of the past.
How do I explain to the ache inside my bruised heart
that some summer romances were never meant to last?

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Joanna Daniel February 27, 2023 at 6:22 AM Lovely memories to remember that 'perfect' time of love, Jenna, what else? This is another beautiful poem, though it has a sad ending... I guess good things never last... One can only hope and pray:) Jenna Logan February 27, 2023 at 7:13 AM Thank you so very much for liking this one, albeit a sad ending.

Mark Koplin February 26, 2023 at 6:38 AM In our memories they last forever, beautifully written. Jenna Logan February 26, 2023 at 6:47 AM Yes, Mark. They definitely do remain there forever. Thanks!

Mike Gentile February 24, 2023 at 4:37 AM Jenna, I don't think Ive ever read such a beautiful and truthful account of summer love! I can feel every word and I was glued to every line this morning! Loved it! Happy Friday xxoo Jenna Logan February 24, 2023 at 7:06 AM How very kind are your thoughts, Mike. I'm pleased you enjoyed reading it this morning.

Arthur Vaso February 23, 2023 at 10:54 PM I can feel the last verse as if it was yesterday, a very touching poem! Jenna Logan February 24, 2023 at 7:05 AM Maybe a feeling you'll experience again tomorrow. Thank you for the comments, Art.

Deb M February 23, 2023 at 8:06 PM Hey Jenna….l have never had a summer romance but l love the feeling of new romance….l can still remember the butterfly tummy and excitement of it!! Such a lovely poem…..Debx Jenna Logan February 24, 2023 at 7:05 AM It really is a special kind of excitement, having a romance of any kind that has one feeling like they could fly. Thanks so much, Deb.

David Kavanagh February 23, 2023 at 3:14 PM A beautiful coming of age poem Jenna, such brief summer romances very rarely last, yet the memory can remain powerful for our whole lifetime, love the line The distance between us, you were first to breach, how great is that, cheers David Jenna Logan February 24, 2023 at 7:03 AM Thanks for highlighting that line, David, as well as for your kind review.

Elizabeth Mccann February 23, 2023 at 1:09 PM Lovely summer loves! They don't have to pass any test of reality, just pure feeling. I think it's nice that they don't have to face September but can remain unscarred! Elizabeth Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 1:30 PM What a lovely way to think of a summer romance, Elizabeth. Thank you.

Chris Green February 23, 2023 at 12:40 PM Ah man, I was smiling till the very end of this. I know that feeling, that summer romance that ends when two go back to their different worlds and ways. But, like your poem feels early on, it does feel so good when it happens. Really nice Jenna Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 1:30 PM I know exactly how you feel about it, Chris. That summer will remain in your memory forever, and that's a good thing if it gives you 'those' feelings in your tummy. I've been very well, thanks. Chris Green February 23, 2023 at 1:02 PM I am doing well, how about yourself? It is funny though, I can remember the feeling in my stomach of one particular summer romance as if it were just yesterday. Oh, those were fun times. Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 12:56 PM Thank you very much, Chris. It's unfortunate but happens too often. How are you?

Arlo Parker February 23, 2023 at 10:19 AM Summer love is one of the most exhilarating human experiences we can have. The bloom falls in Autumn but the memories are oftimes irreplaceable. Thanks, JL. ~:o] Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 11:51 AM When the bloom fades and the petals fall, it's as sad as leaves in Autumn. Thanks, AP.

Peter Rees February 23, 2023 at 9:16 AM Not all holiday romances remain in memory for ever but those that do remain alive until one’s dying day, and probably always tinged with a touch of regret at what might have been. I enjoyed reading about your holiday experience Jenna. Thank you. Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 9:36 AM "What might've been..." Now, that a question I'm sure everyone has asked at one time. Thanks for the comments, Peter.

Tom Cunningham February 23, 2023 at 8:46 AM Quite a romantic verse Jenna, I think many will identify with a holiday romance, sadly many were doomed from the start, sometimes oceans apart but we never forget them and remember them with fondness Tom Jenna Logan February 23, 2023 at 9:35 AM Thank you, Tom. I had one... once. Never quite forgot about those sultry summer days.