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Sunday In the Park

While slowly walking through this lovely park on Sunday at noon, a warm day in June; I hear the trillings of a meadowlark; his song crisp and clean; in oak trees so green. And o’er the lake the summer breeze is blowing as lovers in their dinghies slowly rowing. I’m wishing you were here… On monkey bars the joyful children play; climb up to the top; jump down with a plop. Across the lawn a Frisbee sails away; a dog is in chase, and catches with grace. While in the oak trees frisky squirrels playing; along the path stroll lovers gently swaying. I’m wishing you were here… You see the happy fam’lies sharing time; a picnic by lake with hot dogs and cake. The clowns and vendors, and even a mime are all having fun in warm summer sun. A park so full of life and people caring; a lovely afternoon and time for sharing, and everywhere you see the lovers pairing. I’m wishing you were here… but feel your presence near. May 19, 2018 Contest:Qarinage Sponsor: Gregory Barden

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Date: 6/15/2018 12:04:00 PM
Oh I like this. Congratulations on your win.
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/16/2018 2:40:00 PM
Thank you, Susan, I glad you enjoyed this one. John
Date: 6/12/2018 2:20:00 AM
I really enjoyed this, John. Many congrats on your top-notch win. Elaine
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/12/2018 4:05:00 AM
Thank you so much, Elaine, I appreciate it. John
Date: 6/10/2018 9:35:00 PM
A lovely romantic verse John, congratulations. Tom
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John Gondolf
Date: 6/11/2018 9:28:00 AM
Thanks, Tom.
Date: 5/21/2018 1:23:00 PM
A lovely day! So many romantic and playful images! Well done, John!
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/21/2018 1:38:00 PM
Thanks so much, Kim. I had a mental picture as I was writing this; I wish I was there right now. :) John
Date: 5/21/2018 6:10:00 AM
Nicely done my friend...I shied away from this one...love and light...^WW^
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/21/2018 8:25:00 AM
Thanks, WW, I appreciate your comments. John
Date: 5/21/2018 3:49:00 AM
Good luck in the contest. Well done.
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/21/2018 4:08:00 AM
Thank you, Susan, I appreciate it.
Date: 5/20/2018 3:51:00 PM
Hi John : What a heart felt poem. You have epitomized a simple walk in the park with memories of your love! I'm in awe and it's nice to know you!
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/20/2018 4:46:00 PM
Ralph, thanks for the great comment and visit, I appreciate it. John
Date: 5/19/2018 9:42:00 AM
John, you created a wonderful poem with Gregory's form. Love it!
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/19/2018 10:38:00 AM
Thank you so much for your comments, Andrea, I'm glad you enjoyed my poem. John
Date: 5/19/2018 9:01:00 AM
Well expressed John. I can see it and feel it as I read this :) Good luck in the contest!
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/19/2018 10:37:00 AM
Thank you so much, Heidi, I'm glad I could transport your mind to this park. John
Date: 5/19/2018 8:47:00 AM
aww so full of longing for someone no longer around - such touching lines. I wrote my first stanza about 10 days ago and there it remains in my notebook... I must try and finish it!:-) good luck in the contest:-) hugs jan xx
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John Gondolf
Date: 5/19/2018 10:35:00 AM
Thanks so much for your comments, Jan, may your muse be kind to you today. John

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