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... I was rich, if not in money, in sunny hours and summer days. ... - Thoreau

dog days pant

as a known time says it no longer can

no, it can't

summer is waning

exhausted and straining

cast shadows elongated

as the sun is no longer able to reach former heights

darkness spreads its blanket earlier and earlier

tucked into the corners of chillier nights

another season spent

a harvest of joyous memories lent

yet more blessings sent

where did it go

where is it that it went

what did it say

what was meant

well, at least it left a pleasant scent

Author's Note

"Live in each season as it passes: breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit." - Thoreau

Reviews

[Amy R]

What a lovely poem, nicely written about Autumn is nearing,
It highlights the emotional resonance of memories, time passing, and the sensory experiences associated with summer, and now its ending....

The use of "dog days" evokes a specific time in summer, while "darkness spreads its blanket" personifies the onset of autumn, creating a warm yet melancholic atmosphere.

This poem is encouraging us readers to reflect on our own experiences and the beauty found in both memories and the inevitability of change.

Thanks for sharing this poem,
Nicely penned.
-Amy

[Pete]

you gleaned much from this write were not afraid to go where it took you. thank you for the insightful share, it is appreciated.

[Amy R]

You're very welcome.
Keep well! 😊

[Thomas W Case]

Love the quote by Thoreau. Time flys by so fast. Cape Diem.

[Marie]

I love this finely penned poem which informs the reader that Summer is about to depart and Autumn is about to arrive. The pleasant scents of Summer will soon be no more, but the many blessings of Autumn will be enjoyed. I also love how the poet depicts the evenings are drawing in and getting darker earlier. A seasonal poetic gem, very artistically expressed and poetically charming. I so enjoyed reading and thank you for sharing, Pete...

[Pete]

kind, gentle words for a like season. looking back, it went by so quickly. nature is magnificent for sure. thank you for sharing thought marie.

[Marie]

Most welcome always, Pete...

[John the Baptist]

The season may be spent, but where I am, the temperature is still in the 90's. I ain't turning off the a/c yet.

[Pete]

i can feel summer losing its grip here. last night went down to 46° fahrenheit here. heat and humiity are due back for the weekend followed by a quick return to fall-like weather again. its like a weather battle ground - cool against heat vying for control. days are getting shorter.