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The Time Between the Seasons

On the cusp of neither this nor that Comes the time I switch to another hat, And try to determine to put away The clothes I’m wearing for another day On the cusp of neither. Comes the time I switch to another hat Will tomorrow be as cold as winter’s chill, Or warm and cozy, I must think of that, With hot coffee or iced tea drink my fill On the cusp of neither. Will tomorrow be as cold as winter’s chill Blue skies can mean a warming trend To light the fireplace … or outside grill? Seems hot and cold only rarely blend On the cusp of neither. Blue skies can mean a warming trend But not always so, blue can mean cold And time between the seasons, friend, Allows for a changing of gears, I am told On the cusp of neither.
EIGHTH PLACE WINNER Written July 7, 2022 Submitted to “The Time Between the Seasons” Poetry Contest Sponsored by Kim Rodrigues

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Date: 8/2/2022 4:52:00 PM
Love your refrain, “On the cusp of neither, Milt. Congratulations on your placement. SuZ
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/2/2022 5:05:00 PM
Thank you so much. I really appreciate hearing from you and reading your thoughts on the poem.
Date: 8/2/2022 8:44:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. A Wonderful write. Winter will be here before we know it. Yes, a hat for the head to keep us warm. I love hats. Have a great/blessed day.......................
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/2/2022 8:45:00 AM
Thank you so much, Paula, for your warm and thoughtful comment. You have a blessed day, too.
Date: 7/31/2022 10:20:00 PM
Our weather all over the world has become so unpredictable that one needs to keep out both summer and winter clothing. Congratulations on your wonderful win my friend. Blessings xxoo
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/1/2022 7:33:00 AM
Thank you, Connie. I hope you are having a fine day. Blessings from your friend in Kentucky!
Date: 7/31/2022 6:55:00 PM
Milton, I enjoyed this very much! Thank you for entering and congratulations on your placement!
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 8/1/2022 7:33:00 AM
Thank you, Kim. I enjoyed writing for your contest.
Date: 7/11/2022 9:03:00 PM
This has such a jazzy taste, I was singing it on the second line and I never stopped singing.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/12/2022 7:44:00 AM
Thanks, Caren. That makes my spirits rise!
Date: 7/9/2022 1:49:00 PM
Your excellent choice of rhyme scheme highlights the refrain so well, Milt. Wonderfully crafted poem! Good luck in the contest! Enjoyed this! :)
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/9/2022 3:13:00 PM
Thanks so much, Laura. I appreciate your comment and your good will.
Date: 7/7/2022 7:58:00 PM
Great approach to this topic, Milt. Your poem is on the cusp of a win in the contest, methinks. :) gw
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/8/2022 8:27:00 AM
Thanks, gw. I hope so. I gave a lot of thought to the subject, and this is what I came up with.
Date: 7/7/2022 3:38:00 PM
Nice rhythm and great rhyme, Milt. Good entry for the contest, good luck! The changing of the season give me more choices than I want. It must be my getting older, I like things staying the same more than when I was younger. :-) Have a great day! Bill
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/7/2022 5:11:00 PM
I think I do, too, Bill. As I get older, I like that feeling of stability.
Date: 7/7/2022 2:03:00 PM
You have given much thought to "The Time between the Seasons"with your picture perfect imagery and fluid rhyme. Good luck in the contest. :)Paulette
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/7/2022 2:57:00 PM
Thanks so much, Paulette. I wasn't sure exactly how to go about this one, so after some thought, this is what I came up with. I hope it does well.
Date: 7/7/2022 11:47:00 AM
The splendid imagery and great diction shed a layer of enchantment on your stunningly crafted poem, Milt. Best wishes for the contest and thank you so much for your uplifting comment on my page.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 7/7/2022 1:04:00 PM
You are quite welcome, Lasaad. I appreciate it.

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