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Farewell To Summer . . . . . . (With Music and my voice recording)
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Farewell To Summer . . . . . . (With Music and my voice recording) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light 
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Farewell To Summer Please Click Link above to hear music and my voice recording. Music: Mountain Spirit by The Healing Garden Waters  Artist: Tan Chun Farewell To Summer ~ Linda L. Dowd ~ 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 colourful 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! . |
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Marge Tindal 
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
EarthyAngel~ While I readily admit to LOVING the summer's warmth ... I will welcome Autumn dressed in all her finery of colors~ The crispness of the season is a renewal that will be pleasantly applauded~ Lovely, hon~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
MT ~ I enjoyed reading your reply on this glorious late summer's morning! Giving you a warm, autumnal hug in advance, EO |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Yet another precious gem confirming your impressive multi-talent! The results of your wonderful creativity bring always deep joy to the heart! Are you putting together your work to form a book, so that we will be able to enjoy the whole of it? Much love, Angelo Terrestre, and hugs. Margherita  |
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Marchmadness Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 9271So. El Monte, California |
Hi Earth Angel, Beautiful poem, Lovely visual. I am new to the sight so I am trying to read as many of the poems as I can and contrbute a few of my own. There are so many very talented poets on this site and you are definately one of them. Ida |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ You are always so supportive of my writing and it is very much appreciated. I have many irons in the fire, however, I haven't forged any of them into steel ~ at least, not as yet. lol Love to you! Linda [This message has been edited by Earth Angel (09-17-2007 09:36 PM).] |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Ida ~ Greetings, Ida! Yes, pip has many "talented poets" ~ and what I am learning from reading your poems ~ YOU are one of them!  Thank you for you kind comments and for dropping by! Love & Light, EA |
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spunkygirl Junior Member
since 2007-09-18
Posts 46 |
Earth Angel, What a beautiful visual of the wonderful season ahead of us. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
spunkygirl ~ I smiled when I first saw your name ~ and smile d again this night. I like spunky people! Thank you for your sweet reply. I'm pleased that you enjoyed my mini recital! lol May your autumn be a joyful one! EA |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
So nice! The write and voice. PS can you send me some of this?? "But all is not over for autumn's my friend. It's crisp and its cool and a colourful blend, Of yellow and gold and orange and red, And the ground will be covered with soft, leafy bed." JL Blessed are those who are generous, because they feed the poor. |
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Aimster Member Elite
since 2000-02-19
Posts 4297Charlotte, NC |
such an elegant write...your imagery is off the charts! you write so simply and yet so beautifully...not an easy task. I too shall miss summer, but the seasons change as does everything. so here's to Fall! Take care, Amy "Life is not measured by the breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away" |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
JL ~ "PS can you send me some of this??" ~ I'm waving my magic wand . . . So mote it be! Thanks for dropping by, Tex Man! I always enjoy your visits. Next time, take your boots and hat off and stay awhile!  Enjoy your day! EA |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Amy ~ Thank you, sweetie! It is so good to see you back sailing the blue seas! Sending you a big hug, Linda |
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LindsayP Member Elite
since 2007-07-28
Posts 3410Australia, Victoria |
Linda, what a beautiful poem, just a wonderful rythym and perfect rhyiming, one of your best,loved it, have a great day. Lindsay |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lindsay ~ Thank you very much. It was a joyful experience searching for music that would complement my poem. It can be a bit tricky to then synchronize my voice with the rhythm of the music. I'll keep at it and hopefully I will improve with each one that I post. Hugs to you, LP EA |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
a lovely poem... will have to wait for a newer computer before I can listen to your voice... M |
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Honeybunch Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-29
Posts 7115South Africa |
And you give us good times, Linda, with your words and enchanting voice. Lovely! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Naked One ~ Hi, M! I just got a new DELL computer with Vista as the operating system. It has all the bells and whistles, mind you, there are some frustrating aspects to it that I keep having to figure out. I'm no tekky but I'm working my way through them. Thanks for dropping by! Hugs to you this fine day! Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Bunches of Honey ~ Hi, Helen! That was sweet of you to say! ~ But then again, you are a honey! Loves 'n hugs, Linda |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
earth angel i was so exicted when i found out that you can do voice recordings. you were my first,and i think you read it well, i was so upset about summer leaving, but know i cant wait for fall |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Artic Wind ~ Hi, there! What a sweet reply! Thank you so much ~ and welcome to pip! Giving you a warm, welcoming hug, Earth Angel |
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noobster Junior Member
since 2007-09-21
Posts 10 |
EA this poem, is a symbol of fall and i really love you poems, i shall read your poems, as a newbie, i am looking for favorites and i found one nice read |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
nobster ~ That was very sweet of you to say! I hope you enjoy this circle of kindred spirits as much as I do. May your autumn be a joyful one! Giving you a warm, welcoming hug, Earth Angel |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
"Greetings, Dear Autumn! ~ Let the good times begin!" yes indeed Linda Angel your poem is orange and yellow sweet cool air and a feeling of returning youth oh I love the way you do this |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Fall came a little early, here. I have two big trees in my front yard, which covers the whole front yard. The leaves began falling, before fall was officially here. Wish I had a vaccuum cleaner to vaccuum up all of those leaves. The thought of raking them all up just isn't very appealing. And, I probably won't. LOL! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Lady Kate ~ Autumn is such a vibrant and glorious season up here where I live! ~ no, not on a cloud! lol It is always a pleasure when you drop by! Hugs with love, Linda |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Smartest Chick ~ Hi, Sue! What a treat to hear from you this evening. I know you can only use your computer for very short periods because of it over-heating, so it was extra-special to hear from you! Take care, sweetie! Loving hug, Linda |
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Misty Lilacs Senior Member
since 2005-11-15
Posts 1060White Birch Forest |
Hello Linda ... your voice, along with the beauty of this poem, is a match to the spectacular colors of Autumn. I am also sad to see summer leave us, but am loving the cooler weather, my sweatshirt and the crystal clear blue skies I see above. Thank you for this piece and my God continue to Bless you and shower you with Grace. Till later ... Marti Home is not where you live, |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Misty Lilacs ~ Your lovely scent wafts out of my monitor whenever you drop by! I have been missing your perfumed presence at pip! Love you! Linda |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
i wanted to here your voice again ah, sweet fall ARCTIC WIND |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Arctic Wind ~ This was a lovely surprise! I am so pleased that you enjoyed this post for the second time! May your autumn be a joyful one! Loving hug, EA |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
Gold crowns of maples kiss cerulean skies It was nice to read and hear this gem once again, dear Linda Angel! You have this inner tune that plays beautifully on the page! Love and hugs, Angelo Terrestre. Margherita |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Margherita ~ You coming back to enjoy it again, is very gratifying ~ and flattering. I find myself revisiting many of your posts as well. I always feel connected to them ~ and you ~ when I am reading your poetry. Loving hug, Linda |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
ea i have to say, i cant stop listening to this poem ARCTIC WIND |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Arctic Wind ~ Well this was certainly a surprise! It is very rewarding to learn that you "keep listening" to this post. Thank you so much! Giving you a warm, autumnal hug ~ and some hot apple cider, Have a happy autumn! EA |
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illusiveangel Member
since 2007-10-22
Posts 72Liverpool, UK |
Oh so very beautifully done and the music so fitting too. I just felt totally lost in this. Illusive.x |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
illusive ~ Love how you got "lost in this"! ~ I appreciate you saying so! Thank you!  |
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Joe Houck Member
since 2001-04-23
Posts 324california |
That was magnificent! And I finally get to put a voice to Earth Angel, and a lovely voice it is. Well, It’s 3 am, I’m going to go to bed listening to this =) I feel it’s only fair to allow you to here my voice too...lol....I actually make lyrical hip hop and spoken word (which has taken up most of my poety writing time for the last couple years). Here’s a link to an old spoken word thing I recorded awhile back if you’re interested. just click on the thing that says Hi-fi to listen. http://www.soundclick.com/bands/songInfo.cfm?bandID=327980&songID=2889463 "A witty saying prooves nothing" (Voltare) |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Joe ~ It really pleases me that you enjoyed reading ~ and listening ~ to my poem. I checked out your recorded poem ~ and it was awesome! It was great hearing your voice as well. I think it would be wonderful if you were to post the poem and the link to your recording. I have thoroughly enjoyed 'orchestrating' my recent posts with audio. I would love to hear more poets reciting their poetry. Giving you a big, welcome-back hug, Linda |
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WindWalker Senior Member
since 2001-10-12
Posts 1218 |
Yes, that was magnificent, one of your best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
WindWalker ~ Hi, WW! Thank you for saying that this is one of my best! ~ because it actually is a personal favourite of my posts, as well! I appreciate your appreciation! Have a happy autumn! EA |
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Artic Wind Member Rara Avis
since 2007-09-16
Posts 8080Realm of Supernatural |
Fall, I love it Thanksgiving in almost here, and i would love for this poem to be up for the season a to a "farewell to fall" By linda l dowd LOL I think this poem should be a seasonal poem, every season it should be about ARCTIC WIND |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Arctic Wind ~ Happy Fall! Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you so much! with love, Earth Angel |
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