These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Nove Otto: "Cooler Heat"

The heat upon the earth makes steam,
but not as hot as lately seems.
Extreme the temp'ratures oppressed.
No peace without just cool within.
Slow movements, that blest life could win.
At the sun's hands, we faced great tests,
but now it seems we're back to spring.
The temps less ten can make folks sing.
Tonight we hope for pleasant rest.

by Jay O’Toole
on June 27th, 2025