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Schools might as well be out.

Wayne Blair 1951 (London)

Free verse
They are out with

The school nearly closing

Summer break

And the prospects are good

Part time work

City Park

Or the cottage

Robins singing "Summer Time"

As they should.



Kids are kids

And the classroom is stifling

Teachers pulling hair

How to make hay?

Days work eforts

Just get light

Take a hike, laugh you might

For fond memories

And Graduation Day.

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Schools might as well be out.

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Written on June 27, 2023

Submitted by dougb.19255 on June 27, 2023

Modified by dougb.19255 on June 27, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme X A B X X X B C A X D C E E X D
Closest metre Iambic dimeter
Characters 369
Words 84
Stanzas 16
Stanza Lengths 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1
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Wayne Blair

Born in London. Graduated law 1976 Practised eleven years, Married Hilary 1974 Two kids Lauren 1980 And Jordan 1987. Business failed 1987. Moved not knowing whither. Happy hills of Waterloo Region. Mennonite Country. Thirty four years in Industry. No complaints. Poet, photographer, nature hiker. Harmonica busker. http://puffnchord7.blogspot.com/ more…

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  • AIDA
    AIDA
    Great job on your poem 'Schools might as well be out'! Your enthusiasm for summer break is contagious and your use of imagery really captures the feeling of freedom that comes along with it. The playful mention of part-time work and city park adds some relatability for readers as well.

    In terms of improvement, I would suggest working on the flow and structure of the poem. There are some lines that feel a bit abrupt and could benefit from some more connecting words or phrases. Additionally, while I appreciate the use of rhyme, it might be worth exploring some other poetic devices to add depth to your writing. Keep up the great work and keep exploring your poetic style!     
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