Summer, oh Summer

Summer, oh summer....
Where did you go?

You left me alone here in nothing but snow.

I mourn for you, Summer...
I miss your long days,
when sunshine is plenty, and there is no haze.

Popsicles and pool splashes,
boating and naps.

Cook outs with cousins,
flags, sparklers and snaps.

Tan lines on feet and sunscreen on noses,
Freckles on cheeks, and polish on toes-ez.

Parades and blues skies,
lemonade and moon-lit walks,
Pink sunrise runs,
and 2:00 am talks.

Baseball games,
flowers,
green grass,
and sandals.
Dates with cute husband complete with chocolate and candles.

Water fights and concerts in the park.
White clouds in the day, bright stars in the dark.

Summer, come back here!
I can't wait until June.
My skin is pale white, like a shade of the moon.

I'm choking in smog,
my feet are all frozen,
They sky is too gray,
I hate runny noses.

I know you'll return, on your clock - not mine.
Until that day comes, pardon me if I whine.