Cherry Season by Annie Jarto

Life is short for you on long hot days,
September 21st didn't get past 12pm
for you.
Dan McGrew, what would you do
if you knew there was no time?

When I was nine and stayed at the farm,
Cherry never felt better.
I eat my dessert first
and have five second helpings.
Our family tree can't be that great if
it let you drop off the branch.

I'll throw you a party when it's time.