Sunburn

~Without  suntan lotion~

The balloon man silently left the park
Where are all the jump rope kids?
The hopscotch sidewalk is slowly fading
The children are covered in sweat
I see dried pecan trees, everyone fights for the fountain turn
Where are all the pretty flowers, why do the swings sit alone? 

Why must it hurt -the sun -the burn -the tan,
Must it be summer all over again?

-X-
Copyright © | Year Posted 2013

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Callus Avatar
June 28, 2016 at 9:30 AM
I can feel the sadness that arises from something that is missing or gone wrong. Maybe longing for better times, the way it used to be...Great use of imagery! ~ Warm regards // paul
Makama Avatar
February 18, 2016 at 9:07 AM
This is wonderful and lovely. Nice poetry here dear friend.
Inman Avatar
October 22, 2015 at 10:59 AM
SKAT, lonely. Instilled a sense of longing in me. Beautifully written.
Nunez Avatar
August 3, 2015 at 12:15 AM
How true SKAT... Hi! The real reason for this message is that I would like to know why my BLOODLESS got an N/A. Not that I would date to question your judgement. It is only because I sincerely wish to know so I can improve next time...was there something wrong with the Epic...waiting for your reply. Thank you, SKAT. hugs!
Conteh Avatar
November 24, 2014 at 5:40 AM
Wow wonderful free verse, it inspiring.
Davis Avatar
May 25, 2014 at 2:31 PM
SKAT You describe the down side of summer in a creative and unique way. Summer can be fun or evily hot and destructive. Thank you for the great comment on my Lifes Path poem.
Merrill Avatar
April 23, 2014 at 1:37 AM
Hey girl, what's up? So sad that no one is reading your stuff:) It's cool though, cause I got your back--better leave it there lol. Hugs, Mel :)
Castro Avatar
March 4, 2014 at 7:29 PM
Thank You so much for your kind words I am always nervous about posting my poems; but your post made me smile and I hope we do become friends
Watson Avatar
February 10, 2014 at 5:58 PM
Went to Capri a couple of years ago . Put my sun cream all over me but forgot my feet . Then went for a long walk . Thanks for the memory , lol
Rogers Avatar
February 1, 2014 at 7:21 AM
Why, indeed?! irony in (free) verse. Nice write...Robert xoxoxo
March Avatar
December 18, 2013 at 2:06 PM
You catch the dried out feeling of a hot hot day. well done. Hmm no! you catch the whole very hot day at a glance. That is beautifully done.
Thirtyseven Avatar
November 14, 2013 at 12:06 AM
And those showers where in this position it's hot, and if you move a little, it's cold. Ah thanks for the memories.
Ligon Avatar
November 11, 2013 at 10:32 AM
The downside of summer. The visual of a crowded water fountain is great.
Kamoonpuri Avatar
November 6, 2013 at 11:07 PM
My friends all swim in a top to toe covered swimsuit, full sleeved and legging covered. But i thot recently dat d sun wasnt too bright so i wore a short sleevd swim cling shirt and long tights but my oh my later i realisd what a painful bronze sunburn i got on my arms even though i aplied sunscreen lotion! It made me convincd that God doesnt want us to swim naked or even seminaked for it causes awful ugly sunburn n skin cancer. So i enjoyd yor aweinspiring rhymin poem. Love n :) zay
Shah Avatar
October 3, 2013 at 11:53 AM
dear friend, i am delighted like anything reading your invitation promising, and your artless efforts in processing beauty... good. would sure love to welcome your enthusiastic attitude to help me with deserving support, God Bless. let me read your verses and submit you my humble reviews, meanwhile, kindly introduce me to other potential bards, who are critics as well. thanx, love and appreciation again. waiting your action. rgds , muah, the hug is returned. pls accept.
Perry Avatar
September 29, 2013 at 12:30 PM
Great visuals here! Nice work!
Bantawa Avatar
September 16, 2013 at 10:42 AM
this is nice. thumbs up! imagery is awesome.
Dietrich Avatar
September 12, 2013 at 9:58 PM
just seeing this one again. Skat, it hurts WORSE to see it leaving!!!
Aniagyei Avatar
September 1, 2013 at 3:13 PM
Wow........the use of Imagery is inspiring!!!
Hopkins Avatar
August 24, 2013 at 9:21 PM
i can so relate to this. so much. great write! ~lori
Santiago Avatar
July 17, 2013 at 12:04 AM
loved, reminded me of something
Breidenthal Avatar
July 14, 2013 at 9:19 PM
This was glorious, sad and just beautiful. I love the sense of emptiness, longing and even a bit of ...what is it...shame? ALl in all, awesome one. Not the sunburn I was thinking of. Always, Laura
Connery Avatar
July 14, 2013 at 5:27 AM
Good Morning, Thank you for the welcome note. I hope to enjoy posting here. I also want to enjoy the poetry of others, and learn how to navigate the site. This poem was sadly sweet, a worthy read in any case.
Connery Avatar
July 14, 2013 at 5:26 AM
Good Morning, Thank you for the welcome note. I hope to enjoy posting here. I also want to enjoy the poetry of others, and learn how to navigate the site. This poem was sadly sweet, a worthy read in any case.
Kithinji Avatar
July 13, 2013 at 4:48 AM
Lovely. You must have been at the beach in Mombasa or Malindi or Diani. Love it. Gerald
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