The heat is on, in every sense
The urge to snooze midday – intense
But chores and shopping must be done
And fridges filled to kingdom come!
A fruit bowl décor is not wise
Opportunistic are Oz flies!
In no time clothes become bone dry
But elastic rots – undies bye! bye!
Shopping mall – aircon full blast
Otherwise, we sweat so fast!
And as for plants – they gasp for rain;
Watering - a daily strain!
A tiny gecko whizzes past
Ants nibble toes in the long grass;
Fire’s a risk – as many trees
Shed their leaves in slightest breeze.
Monsoon rains lash the Top End
Will Perth’s scorching summer end?
While Adelaide greets festive Fringe
And parkland crowds go on a binge!
‘Festival State’ on number plates;
Stand-Up comedy, debates
Concerts, music, cabaret
What wealth of talent on display!
(c) Poet in the woods 2024
The Adelaide Fringe: 16th February - 17th March, 2024
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