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Earth Angel
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Realms of Light

0 posted 2004-09-16 08:09 AM

Twirling, swirling ~ a leaf spins 'round,
In soft descent down to the ground.
A sign that summer is slipping away
A portent that autumn is soon under way.

Gold crowns of maples kiss cerulean skies,
And as days grow shorter, I soon realize ~
That the changing of seasons, I both welcome and rue,
For it's off with the old and on with the new.

Goodbye, days of summer and to fun on the farm.
I'll miss all your flowers ~ your warmth and your charm.
I await your return as I do every year.
Now I bid you adieu as I wipe away tear.

But all is not over for autumn's my friend.
It's crisp and its cool and a colorful blend,
Of yellow and gold and orange and red,
And the ground will be covered with soft, leafy bed.

The apples have ripened and fallen from trees.
They're pressed into cider ~ a drink sure to please.
Patches of pumpkins add color to fields,
The crops have matured and been reaped of their yields.

Corn roasts and bonfires and rides on hay wagons.
There's the Halloween magic of witches and dragons.
Farmer markets to visit and fun country fairs.
Good times to be had in the fresh autumn air.

Farewell, my Sweet Summer ~ I bid you adieu.
I await your return as I always do.
But there comes a new season and I welcome it in.
Greetings, Dear Autumn! ~ Let the good times begin!

[This message has been edited by Earth Angel (09-16-2004 10:40 AM).]

LeeJ
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since 2003-06-19

Posts 13296

1 posted 2004-09-16 08:16 AM

this was a warm cuddly write...very enjoyable, filled with nose sensations and eye rides...especially liked

Corn roasts and bonfires and rides on hay wagons.
There's the Halloween magic of witches and dragons.
Farmer markets to visit and fun country fairs.
Good times to be had in the fresh autumn air.

wonderful music you have painted here

suthern

Member Seraphic

since 1999-07-29

Posts 20723
Louisiana

2 posted 2004-09-16 08:39 AM

I kept seeing bleakness as I looked toward autumn... thank you for this focus. *S*

Enchantress
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since 2001-08-14

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Canada eh.

3 posted 2004-09-16 09:00 AM

I love Autumn!!
Cool, crisp and the colours are going to be fantastic.
But..then I love winter and the freshly fallen snow...and spring and the buds and new life and..then summer...Oh I am rambling...I'm a four seasons kind of gal and so glad we live where we do!
~Big hugs for this gem Linda~

~Autumn..the year's last, loveliest smile.~

Earth Angel
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Realms of Light

4 posted 2004-09-16 09:01 AM

Lee ~

"warm cuddly write" ~ I'm so pleased that you feel that way about my poem! Thank you for saying so!

May you day be full of warm cuddly moments!

Linda

Earth Angel
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5 posted 2004-09-16 09:04 AM

suthern ~

Knowing that my poem was able to give you a new perspective, pleases me to no end!

Have a happy autumn!

Loves 'n hugs,
Linda

Earth Angel
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6 posted 2004-09-16 09:09 AM

Nancy ~

Yes, we are fortunate! I simply adore all four seasons as well. Each one of them is very distinct from the others in our corner of the world!

May the coming Fall be full of fun and fine times!

Linda

Seymour Tabin
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since 1999-07-07

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Tamarac Fla

7 posted 2004-09-16 10:10 AM

Earth Angel,
I cannot asses your poetry, for it is pure gold.
Nor can I catch your spirit, for it is too bold.
But I can tumble your field of naive
And pick the flowers of your believe

vandana

Member Patricius

since 1999-10-22

Posts 10463
USA

8 posted 2004-09-16 10:17 AM

good read

Earth Angel
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9 posted 2004-09-16 05:07 PM

Mr. T. ~

What a lovely and thoughtful poetic reply!
Thank you.

I am sending you a pocketful of make believe flower seeds to grow a magical garden of your very own.

Love & Magic,
EA

Earth Angel
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10 posted 2004-09-16 05:08 PM

vandana ~

Thanks, rosanna vandana!

EA

Susan
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since 2004-03-27

Posts 5104
walking the surreal

11 posted 2004-09-16 05:54 PM

Ah, Angel girl, you remind me of all the wonderful things I love about Autumn. Especially the corn mazes and tractor rides out to pick out a pumkin. And caramel apples!!

Hugs- Susan

Happiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind.

inkedgoddess
Member Rara Avis

since 2002-11-19

Posts 7392
Ohio

12 posted 2004-09-16 07:22 PM

as much as i can get lost in a summer daydream
i do so love all the autumn colors as
painted in your beautiful tribute to her
splendor.

SmartChick
Member Rara Avis

since 2001-09-23

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On A Journey To The Unknown

13 posted 2004-09-16 07:59 PM

This is a beautiful poem. I love the autumn.

Earth Angel
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14 posted 2004-09-18 02:11 AM

Susan ~

Sounds like you know how to experience the joys of autumn as well!

Happy autumnal hugs!
Linda

Earth Angel
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15 posted 2004-09-18 02:12 AM

inked One ~

How poetic! Thank you!

May your Fall be as lovely as you are!

EA

Earth Angel
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16 posted 2004-09-18 02:13 AM

Sue ~

Hi, there! Good to hear from you!

Have a joyful autumn!

Linda

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