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The Scent of Summer's Day

Breezes on boardwalks that carry its essence Suntans are fragranced by its very presence Beach balls are bandied within its cachet Whitecaps that rush salted flurries my way Taffy that’s pulling my nose to the door Sugared delight cotton candy galore Coconut sandies that flavor my eyes One whiff of chocolate I’m hooked, no surprise Perfume of lemons on girls strolling by Peanuts’ aroma by gift of the sky French Fries and burgers and hot dogs for you Make everybody know just what to do Oh, how I long for the scent of Summer’s day

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Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 11/19/2022 5:17:00 AM

Hi Mike, I must say that my favorite seasons are Summer and Winter because you know exactly how to dress, when going out to dinner you can sit outside the restaurant within a warm breeze or sit close to a roaring flame fire in Winter. But this year the seasons seem to have a lapsed memory when it comes to each ones characteristics - we have 4 seasons in one day. i love your poems, i have said so before because one can read and enjoy them without having a dictionary next to them. Hugs Jennifer.

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/20/2022 5:21:00 AM

Thank you for the lovely compliment Jennifer, Happy Sunday xxoo

Bill Baker

Date: 11/14/2022 3:54:00 PM

Nice collection of summer's scents, Mike. I enjoyed the trip down memory lane. Bill

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/15/2022 11:46:00 AM

Thank you Bill!!!

Harry Horsman

Date: 11/11/2022 7:20:00 PM

Wow, This is good, Mike, a journey of pure pleasure. Harry

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/12/2022 4:03:00 AM

Thank you so much Harry!!!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 11/11/2022 10:18:00 AM

Summer can't come quick enough Mike, hoping for a mild winter. Enjoy your weekend. Tom

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/11/2022 12:27:00 PM

Me too, though I can’t complain too much as I live in Florida! Enjoy you weekend as well Tom!!

L Milton Hankins

Date: 11/11/2022 8:49:00 AM

Terrific, Mike. Did you realize it sings perfectly to the tune of "My Favorite Things." I love it. Hope you had a marvelous week.

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/11/2022 12:29:00 PM

Thanks Milt! Yes , I had that melody in my head while writing this! Glad you figured that out! Thanks

Deb M

Date: 11/11/2022 7:29:00 AM

Wonderful poem about summer Mike….it took me there….described beautifully! One whiff of chocolate and Im hooked!!! Debx

Mike Gentile
Date: 11/11/2022 12:29:00 PM

Thanks so much Deb!! Have a lovely weekend xxoo