Written for Living Poetry. Our host, Bart,
asks us to write a poem based on
the distractions of August.
Sun glares
on drowsy porch
bee hums, phone buzzes twice
fan hums on, ice cubes clink, then melt
day drifts
NAR©2026
This is “Summertime” by Big Brother & The Holding Company
Everything on The Elephant’s Trunk was created by me, unless otherwise indicated. Thanks for your consideration. NAR©2017-present.
The Elephant's Trunk 
the right hums in life.
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And Janis makes it that much better. Thanks, Gary. ☺️
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I let out a contented sigh after I reading this lovely piece, Nancy.
As for that track, it’s an all-time fave of mine!
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The dog days of August, my friend. A fave song of mine, as well.
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A perfect lazy day
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It’s good to kick back and enjoy life! Thanks, Sadje 😎
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How true. But I fear I’ve forgotten to totally relax 😛
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I know that feeling! 😬
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Even on vacation- we have things to do.
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Your imagery is superb here, Nancy! Lovely cinquain 👌👌👌
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Thank you, my friend. The cinquain format seemed so well suited for my thoughts. ☺️
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You’re so versatile, Nancy!
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☺️
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Lovely cinquain about the dog daze of August. Thanks for writing to my visual prompt, Nancy!
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Thanks so much! It’s a great pleasure for me. See you next time! 😊
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What a beautiful piece of poetry. In just a few lines, you’ve captured the quiet rhythm of a summer day so vividly that I could almost hear the bee, the fan, and the melting ice. It’s peaceful, reflective, and wonderfully atmospheric.
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What a beautiful piece of poetry. In just a few lines, you’ve captured the quiet rhythm of a summer day so vividly that I could almost hear the bee, the fan, and the melting ice. It’s peaceful, reflective, and wonderfully atmospheric
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Thanks for a lovely comment. I’m pleased to know you enjoyed my poem.
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You capture that dreamy moment so well Nance – love it ☀️
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Thanks, Ange! Care for a mint julep? 🍹😎
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Yes please 😄
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cinqwonderful
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Muchas gracias, Ron.
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Drift away…
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My feelings exactly!
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The best summer afternoons feel just like that. Channeling Janis Joplin, floppy hat, hiphuggers, and paisley India top, dark, dark sunglasses!
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Right on, Liz! I can dig it! 😊
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(Now I have a new earworm…)
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