Dawn breaks over dew laden lawns with the spritz, spritz of sprinklers.
Dogs trot past, humans in tow.
Those artificial green islands shine against the season’s dry, parched landscape.
Soon bikes and backpacks will overflow sidewalks,
as porchlights yield to a school and work day.
Garage doors open and close – signaling the neighborhood’s
release to pensioners and stay-at-home parents.
It’s a September morn.
© Daniel M. Cash 2024
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