waking on a summer morn
has always
made me somewhat sad
at least
since I've been grown
foreboding
in the mind
and weighty remnants
of bizarre dreams
coffeemaker
fills my morning
cup
clears my head a bit
but as the day
matures
humidity settles in
the air feels thick and heavy
seems a struggle
for lungs to take it in
you can see
the heat
waving
in ripples
as it rises
in that smoldering heat
some are in their
element
yes
it's true
some do like it hot
not me
I don't enjoy
"sunbaking"
brutal heat is not
my friend
nor is the sun
at least not for long
so close
I know its rays
are more
than pale skin
will stand
and what about
the flora
unless the heavens
bless the earth
with frequent soaking
rain
the heat will be
a strain on
the plants
I dearly love
if I remember
to water thoroughly
when they need
they'll stay green
and lush
but
my wallet's green
will shrink
still
summer has its
good points
and
amusing things to do
ice cream cones
evening drives
picnics at the park
swimming pools
water parks
and just the garden hose
can help
to cool you off
backyard cookouts
fireworks
iced tea and
lemonade
vacation if you
can afford
if not
stay-cation's
the latest thing
maybe best part
of summer
though
is what
is
coming next
those cool
clear
days of autumn
to refresh
the air
renewing
mind
and body
too
Not really wishing away time, just hope the heat and humidity doesn't get too crazy too soon!
