There’s thick air,
we’re sweltering and shuffling
up and down big and little mounds.

Thick air doesn’t choke us.
The hot sun doesn’t burn us.
We’re in our element.
We’re free in our festivities.

It’s been a long time coming.
We haven’t felt this loose
in a New York minute.

Fog is lulling across blue mountainscapes.
Lying lazily, idly gazing down
upon the freeways.
We’re under his blanket,
bracing for the bright light’s appearance.

Thick air continues to engulf this tiny space.
We’re comfortable in our cool bubble,
continuing forward.

Taking it slow,
we’re miles beyond being laborious.

4 responses to “Miles Beyond Laborious”

  1. Jaya Avendel Avatar
    Jaya Avendel

    Love the way this encompasses summer heat and atmosphere!

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Thank you, Jaya πŸ™‚

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  2. WanderingCanadians Avatar
    WanderingCanadians

    I couldn’t help but think of you enjoying your vacation while reading this piece. Even in the heat of summer, it’s not bad being outdoors, just as long as you can take it slow and go at your own pace.

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Yes!! That’s exactly it πŸ˜„. I do not like to rush when it’s hot. I like to take my time and take breaks and enjoy it, in the shade haha 🀣 but still enjoy it πŸ™‚ thank you !! I did write this while we were in Pittsburgh. I felt inspired by our trip. I’m going to be posting about some of the places we went to soon πŸ™‚

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