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Chanson
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Up Creek w/Out Paddle

0 posted 2001-10-19 06:01 AM


Earlier the sun sinks below the horizon leaving its soft glow
of orange-whipped clouds dotting the beautiful expanse of blue.
Earlier deep black of sky shines bright with brilliant stars
winking their peaceful goodnights as north winds enter on cue.

Barren-armed elms, swaying in the breeze, tuck close their limbs
and branches of the mighty oak curl brittle their leaves
before unattaching in gentle dive to ground in stately mounds;
preparing for next year's new garment of green-budded sleeves.

Scurrying to and fro are the busy, bushy-tailed squirrels
comically frantic in their search for feasts of walnut and acorn.
Geese form their magnificent Vees in familiar flocking to warmth
as the gentle dove builds furred nesting in the dew-licked chill of morn.

A quietness lies o'er the browning meadow like a comfortable quilt,
preparing for long slumber as the first flurry of snowflakes fall.
Resting in peaceful interlude are the waters gently streaming
below fine sheen of icy shield, patient for its warming call.

Music, tonal clear & pure,
Caresses the harshest of curves.
--- Chanson deGest



© Copyright 2001 Dorene M. Harris - All Rights Reserved
Kit McCallum
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1 posted 2001-10-19 06:32 AM


What a beautiful tribute to this season Chanson, full of vivid imagery and wonderful description ... very much enjoyed!  

Best wishes,
/Kit

Professor Gloom
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since 2000-07-23
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of Depression
2 posted 2001-10-19 08:04 AM


Nice portrayal of the Season
An enjoyable bit of poetry.

Gloom

Startime
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since 2000-10-03
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3 posted 2001-10-19 09:24 AM


You have painted the beauty of the season with a talent that makes it sparkle with its own magic. I loved the wonderful vision of this poem. Very well done.

Love I leave with you whether it is in your life now or yet the essense of your dreams.

Chanson
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since 2000-08-19
Posts 1559
Up Creek w/Out Paddle
4 posted 2001-10-19 10:15 AM


It's sweet of all of you to reply. I'm glad you enjoyed it and I hope you enjoy this season as much as I do. It's my favorite   Thank you!

Music, tonal clear & pure,
Caresses the harshest of curves.
--- Chanson deGest



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