Saturday, April 6, 2024

date night

work ran a bit late
the "urgent" email said: "water emergency"
not such a big deal
ever heard of a shut-off valve? lol

quick stop for gas station bouquet
she just loves flowers
box of wine from the cooler
couple six-packs of pilsner
medium pizza from her favourite place

it is a warm April back deck night
a blanket over her legs
to ward off a slight cool breeze
sun sets in oranges...pinks

a refill of her glass
she says "to the brim" and laughs
one more slice
one more beer
as the first stars appear

 

11 comments:

  1. This is so lovely. I can feel the anticipation of so much goodness, and the deep content. Loved it.

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  2. Keep these going!! So what's between those stars? Out there where gas station bouquets bloom?

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  3. one more slice
    one more beer
    as the first stars appear - perfect scene!

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  4. This is a very sweet April indeed. "a refill of her glass / she says "to the brim" and laughs" Pure April spirit.

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  5. lovely poem and great images - i love the blanket over her legs - Sometimes simple kindness is enough. Well done

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  6. What a lovely memory. I had no idea you are such a romantic. That lady has done very well for herself....you're a good catch Ollie !:)

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  7. Such a wonderfully warm atmosphere you have created in this poem! Sounds like a wonderful night!

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  8. A magical date night! Just right.

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  9. Sounds like a most enjoyable date night! I enjoyed reading this very much.

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  10. Oh, the ushering in of romance. Sounds like a wonderful date.

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