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The recruiter said
come on down
economy’s cheaper
abundance of work
plenty good living
In this Texas town
Made the move
found the hype
mostly true
good paying job
large home bought
for a California song
near everything sought
‘cept a few thing are wrong
It’s hotter than hell
half of the year
humidity thick
as an elephant’s rear
If vegetable gardening
best be growing potatoes
else the Sun will cook you
some fried green tomatoes
Hurricanes t’was said
rarely reached the vicinity
In sixteen years
been through two such rarities
so-called hundred-year-storms
time to change that proximity
flood waters rise
high winds fell trees
over one hundred lives lost
In a horrible freeze
yet the powers-that-be
all arm-chair denialists
urge disbelief
In climate change fallacies
If Michelin rated states by weather
our’s would merit, dare I say
one single lone star
nothing better
come on down
economy’s cheaper
abundance of work
plenty good living
In this Texas town
Made the move
found the hype
mostly true
good paying job
large home bought
for a California song
near everything sought
‘cept a few thing are wrong
It’s hotter than hell
half of the year
humidity thick
as an elephant’s rear
If vegetable gardening
best be growing potatoes
else the Sun will cook you
some fried green tomatoes
Hurricanes t’was said
rarely reached the vicinity
In sixteen years
been through two such rarities
so-called hundred-year-storms
time to change that proximity
flood waters rise
high winds fell trees
over one hundred lives lost
In a horrible freeze
yet the powers-that-be
all arm-chair denialists
urge disbelief
In climate change fallacies
If Michelin rated states by weather
our’s would merit, dare I say
one single lone star
nothing better
Author's Note
Of course I'm writing this on one of the most temperate, beautiful Spring days of the year 67°f/19°c and 23% humidity but don't y'all be fooled now😉 the heats a com'n.🤠
NaPoWriMo Competition 2021 #2
NaPoWriMo Competition 2021 #2
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2nd Apr 2021 11:45pm
I live in England... what is this sun of which you speak? I think I saw it once in 1998 but I cannot confirm or deny. My skin is currently 50 shades of Pillsbury Doughboy, but at least I can earn extra money by doubling as a reflective road sign at the weekends 😂
That aside, I do love these little poems about exactly where we are. They give so much insight to the writer, and maybe I’m just nosey and wonder where people are in the world.
Anyway you can keep your humidity. Thanks but no thanks. 👍🏻
Thank you for sharing.
-M
That aside, I do love these little poems about exactly where we are. They give so much insight to the writer, and maybe I’m just nosey and wonder where people are in the world.
Anyway you can keep your humidity. Thanks but no thanks. 👍🏻
Thank you for sharing.
-M
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6th Apr 2021 9:45pm
I followed your lead Lady M by writing of common but impactful things. Didn't you appreciate so much more that 1998 Sun?😁 My arms are permanently bronzed but the rest of me is doughboyish and I go one better and have the gut.
I appreciate very much your feedback, Goddess M. Cheers❣️
I appreciate very much your feedback, Goddess M. Cheers❣️
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3rd Apr 2021 00:38am
You are doing great GW! Love this view very nicely expressed ..
Your friend always
Jackie xo 🌹♥️
Your friend always
Jackie xo 🌹♥️
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6th Apr 2021 9:46pm
No you, Goddess Zazzles are doing very well. I am glad you are participating and I'm thrilled that you enjoy this piece❣️❣️
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Ohh, BB!
You so accurately and cleverly describe your TX surroundings! (I've visited before and FL is close enough to empathize!) that I was reading and almost sayin' "yep, exactly!", every line. I loathe the humidity, too. It's soul crushing, it is and totally day ruining, with bad hair, runny makeup or just leaving me sweating like I'm on the surface of the sun, kind of ruining!! haha 😂.. So I do get it! Our states both are prone to issues exasperated by climate change with Governors who could give a shit, so I'm so there with you, my dear!! This piece left me thinking that I need to be more active in state politics.. lol.. to ensure FL residents have some sort of say in environmental issues via climate change, because it's clear our state government could care less.
Great thought provoking poem and a wonderful addition to your NaPo 30!
Well done you!!
Much love and respect,
Stay cool 😎 💦..
🌹
xo
-B
You so accurately and cleverly describe your TX surroundings! (I've visited before and FL is close enough to empathize!) that I was reading and almost sayin' "yep, exactly!", every line. I loathe the humidity, too. It's soul crushing, it is and totally day ruining, with bad hair, runny makeup or just leaving me sweating like I'm on the surface of the sun, kind of ruining!! haha 😂.. So I do get it! Our states both are prone to issues exasperated by climate change with Governors who could give a shit, so I'm so there with you, my dear!! This piece left me thinking that I need to be more active in state politics.. lol.. to ensure FL residents have some sort of say in environmental issues via climate change, because it's clear our state government could care less.
Great thought provoking poem and a wonderful addition to your NaPo 30!
Well done you!!
Much love and respect,
Stay cool 😎 💦..
🌹
xo
-B
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6th Apr 2021 9:55pm
Merci Beaucoup, sweet Lady Blue ❣️❣️I knew that we would be of, essentially, the same mind on the extreme heat issue. My hair and makeup are completely destroyed by the endless Summers here. 🙃😋😁 The image of you sweating, is it wrong to be aroused by that?😂
I appreciate so much your input and kind comments of encouragement. And, of course your friendly tenderness🌹🙏🐻💋🐻💋🐻
I appreciate so much your input and kind comments of encouragement. And, of course your friendly tenderness🌹🙏🐻💋🐻💋🐻
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3rd Apr 2021 1:46am
Dear GW,
I understand the foibles of weather but I couldn’t help but have a small giggle at your charming description of your environment. This is an awfully clever write and very interesting to read and learn. I’m with BV’s stance with humidity. It’s great for your complexion but just awful for everything else. Absolutely wonderful write! H 🌷
I understand the foibles of weather but I couldn’t help but have a small giggle at your charming description of your environment. This is an awfully clever write and very interesting to read and learn. I’m with BV’s stance with humidity. It’s great for your complexion but just awful for everything else. Absolutely wonderful write! H 🌷
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6th Apr 2021 9:59pm
I am floored by your comment, Honoria. I'm not sure that I yet merit that kind of adulation. I am thrilled no end that you appreciate the descriptions and enjoyed my attempts at humor. 🌹🙏
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3rd Apr 2021 3:43am
Can't relate to the heat, but I think we've got you beat for storms....
The only perfect climate I've ever witnessed was Hawaii. So perfect.
Great write!
The only perfect climate I've ever witnessed was Hawaii. So perfect.
Great write!
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6th Apr 2021 10:05pm
I used to think that going to Hawaii was too touristy, commercial and caters to people my parent's age...who, at the time they visited Hawaii, were in their late 30's 😁 Now I would seriously enjoy the experience now that I know more of the state and its breathtaking vistas.
I know that our storms compare to your "perfect ones"
I am so glad that you enjoy this piece. Cheers🙏🌹
I know that our storms compare to your "perfect ones"
I am so glad that you enjoy this piece. Cheers🙏🌹
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Anonymous
4th Apr 2021 4:09am
I heard of the tragic car crash in TX when the snow came. It sounded horrific. Climate is certainly changing. I live in the U.K. and flooding is getting worse every year. I think you expressed the Texas changes really well here. We don’t always take notice what’s changing around us. But you have observed and took stock. It shines in this piece
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6th Apr 2021 10:10pm
I agree Gwen, what happened here was tragic for so many. I can't help but be observant here because these storms still scattered me. I will now be more observant of what is occurring there in the UK...there are more than a few that I care about there.
I am honored by your kind words and I am glad that you are now writing on the 🌹🙏
I am honored by your kind words and I am glad that you are now writing on the 🌹🙏
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i love this spill because while remembering my stint (USAF) in San Antonio and Witchita Falls
this spill caused me to laugh!!
i was in Texas during the god-awful summer months (joined the service: 07/07/77) & no way i ever wanted to be there again. (now look at me - am in southern AZ but without the humidity)
this spill caused me to laugh!!
i was in Texas during the god-awful summer months (joined the service: 07/07/77) & no way i ever wanted to be there again. (now look at me - am in southern AZ but without the humidity)
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5th May 2021 6:44pm
My former brother-in-law did a stint in San Antonio while serving in the USAF and I have a lot of friends that are relocating to fry-an-egg-on-the-sidewalk Arizona.
I am a Northern Californian and I too will not return if we ever leave...it's still so damn cheap to live here.
I appreciate very much the read and your encouraging comment!🙏
I am a Northern Californian and I too will not return if we ever leave...it's still so damn cheap to live here.
I appreciate very much the read and your encouraging comment!🙏
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5th May 2021 7:24pm
When my family moved back to CA after my elementary school yrs in HI, we moved to the SF Bay Area (Daly City).
& Summers i worked on a ranch in Upper Lake, CA.
Gosh, how one comment (Yours) leads to a floodgate of fond memories. Thank You
& Summers i worked on a ranch in Upper Lake, CA.
Gosh, how one comment (Yours) leads to a floodgate of fond memories. Thank You
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6th May 2021 2:06am
What a marvelous childhood. Elementary school in HI must have been a blast. Cool Summer job. I am happy that my comment could evoke pleasant memories. Cheers!