Even plants are hot today

Leaves hang down in sun's hot rays

Shade does not keep heat at bay

Skies take on a dirty haze

Humid air makes breathing tough

Some of us will pant and huff

Dry throats leave our voices rough

Chew ice for a cool mouth puff

Only young one acts like clown

Even birds have settled down

Quiet reigns in forest town

Notice grass is turning brown

Nights do not bring much relief

Hot nights keep our sleep time brief

Dawn arrives to disbelief

Rest was stolen by heat thief

Time to break the heat's hot rule

Seek a stream that has a pool

Mountain stream flows slow and cool

Soak feet, float and splash like fool

Eat meal with a happy grin

Water droplets cool our skin

Watch our children run and spin

Special time we share with kin

In twilight clear water gleams

Children shout with playful screams

Relief in deep mountain streams

Hope for night of peaceful dreams

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