The Summer Looms

The summer looms, with days to fill
Since things are not routine.
No school means extra time to kill;
No rules to intervene.

Yet structure helps to pass the time,
So people won’t be bored
And having fun is not a crime;
It is its own reward.

Once plans are made, it’s extra nice
To set some time aside
To laze around and roll the dice,
For life will be the guide.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2024



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Date: 6/9/2024 9:59:00 AM
Very seasonal, Ilene. I'm expecting a very nice, peaceful segue from spring to summer here.
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Date: 6/9/2024 9:51:00 AM
That sounds like a great happy mood to have. The sunny days means aot of new things to do. I love this concept.
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Date: 6/8/2024 3:07:00 AM
So true... some routine mingled with lots of freedom. Ah... summer rocks. Lovely to read this. Big hugs
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Date: 6/8/2024 2:22:00 AM
Beautiful poetry.
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Date: 6/7/2024 2:50:00 PM
That's how the summers of my youth were. Today they are just another season. Though much better than winter!! Nicely done, Ilene
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Date: 6/7/2024 1:08:00 PM
Just love those hot long summer days Illene, even better when your retired. Enjoy your weekend. Tom
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