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Earth Angel
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0 posted 2008-09-17 10:10 AM

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!

~

WTBAKELAR

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1 posted 2008-09-17 10:34 AM

I realy enjoyed this poem and presentation.
I look forward to the changing seasons also,
Beautifully done.

Robert E. Jordan
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2 posted 2008-09-17 12:18 PM

Yo dear Linda,

This poem is well put together.

Love Bobby

Marchmadness
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3 posted 2008-09-17 01:22 PM

This poem is all about why I love fall. It has "the Linda touch."
Ida

JamesMichael
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4 posted 2008-09-17 09:41 PM

Nice...James

steavenr
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5 posted 2008-09-17 10:50 PM

nice flow, nice rhyme, nice rhythm, nice thoughts...a truly read-aloud type write...well done

WindWalker
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6 posted 2008-09-17 11:36 PM

This is one of your best:-)

LindsayP
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7 posted 2008-09-18 12:02 PM

Dear Linda, I see you haven't lost any of your expertise while I've been away.

A truly magic poem, much enjoyed.
Love Lindsay

Marge Tindal

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8 posted 2008-09-18 02:23 AM

Nice my friend~

From a miserable return
to this hospital bed
I've still Summer flowers
to grace the lens of my head~
Grateful for a traipse
I hope will come soon
and a full release from
this confining hospital room~

Autumn will come much later for me
but I will also welcome it
with open-armed glee~

Love you Queen Linda~
*Huglets*

~Marge~

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9 posted 2008-09-19 03:26 PM

yes it does have 'the linda touch' to it

violence may not be the answer, but it does make good headway

Margherita
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10 posted 2008-09-20 08:52 AM

I can see this in a children's book also, it's so perfectly expressed and projects wonderful images into the reader's mind.

My sweet Autumn Angel, thank you for this gift.

Absolutely lovely, as are you.

Love and hugs.
Margherita

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I am mastered totally by Love."
(Rumi)

Midnitesun

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11 posted 2008-09-20 09:56 AM

Nicely done, EA. I welcome Autumn, as it is my favorite season. Nothing ever surpasses the loveliness of September weather, and when leaves change color, my spirit soars.

Ericc
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12 posted 2008-09-20 03:29 PM

Excellent!

Eric

JL
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13 posted 2008-09-21 01:10 AM

You are one excellent poet!!
Hug to ya Linda!!

JL

The Lady
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14 posted 2008-09-22 02:32 PM

ahhh Linda Angel
you have blessed my favorite season with magic words

lovely as always

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15 posted 2008-09-22 05:40 PM

Linda,

You have entranced me - I love your fall. You have such a talent for sharing the beauty in your life.

Love,
Alison

Magicmystery
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16 posted 2008-09-22 11:34 PM

Reminicent of Frost's Apple Picking but much more hopeful.
I love the restful music too.
adding to treasure chest!
Cheers,

Sherry

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17 posted 2008-10-26 02:26 AM

I just had to read this again!!!

Artic Wind
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18 posted 2008-10-26 04:47 PM

Earth Angel!

WOW!!!! You know this is my favorite poem from you~
It is so excellent and wonderfully Penned!!
You surely know how to put a smile
on someone's face~!

Fall is one of my favorite seasons to write about~
You know I like winter as well!!!~
(which by the way I am so excited for ) Getting into the Holiday spirit!!

Thanks for this, EA~
I am so happy to here your lovely fav poem of yours once again!
~Happy Fall~

to you
ARCTIC WIND/font>
[This message has been edited by Artic Wind (10-27-2008 03:39 PM).]

Earth Angel
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19 posted 2008-10-26 04:59 PM

WTBAKELAR ~

The changing of seasons always inspires me to write poetry and I enjoy reading that of others as well. Thank you for your thoughtful response to mine!

Happy Autumn!

EA

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20 posted 2008-10-26 05:09 PM

R.E.J. ~

This was a joy to write and to put to music. I'm pleased that you like the end result!
Thank you!

Warm, autumnal hug,
Linda

Earth Angel
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21 posted 2008-10-26 05:12 PM

Ida ~

Thank you for the reply with your sweet "Ida touch"! I always appreciate it when you drop by!

May the autumn winds blow gently upon your back!

Linda

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22 posted 2008-10-26 05:14 PM

James ~

It is always "nice" to have the Island Man drop by for a little visit!

Aloha hugs,
Linda

Earth Angel
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23 posted 2008-10-26 05:28 PM

steaven ~

Thank you for the "nice" ~ four times over! lol
I'm pleased that you thought that this made for a good read-aloud poem!

Happy Autumn!

Linda

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24 posted 2008-10-26 05:29 PM

One Who Walks With the Wind ~

Hi, WW! Thank you for saying so! I'm pleased that you enjoyed my offering!

May your Autumn be a pleasant one!

EA

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25 posted 2008-10-26 05:31 PM

Lindsay P ~

You say the sweetest things, my dear Aussie Man! Thank you!

Sending a big, warm hug your way!
Linda

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26 posted 2008-10-26 05:52 PM

MT ~

Our Margie Girl has certainly been put through the wringer ~ in many ways! ~ and many times over! ~ But Trooper Tindal marches on! You are a fine example of woman with faith and inner strength.

Your Queenie loves you too! Hug the grandiegirlies for me and keep one for yourself!

Love,
Earthy One

Earth Angel
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27 posted 2008-10-26 05:56 PM

Hot Flakes ~

I'm already 'touched' and now I'm touched by your's and Ida's touching remark about my Linda touch! lol

Big hug 'n a smiley face,
Linda

Earth Angel
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28 posted 2008-10-26 05:59 PM

Margherita ~

Fall is one of my favourite seasons. Winter, spring, and summer are my other favourite ones! lol

I trust that you are having a wonderful time with your daughter and your grandsons!

Love to you, Maga Margherita Dolphina!

Happy Autumn!

Earth Angel
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29 posted 2008-10-26 06:04 PM

Midnitesun ~

Oh, yes, dear Kacy! I'm with you on that.
It was good to hear from you! Thank you for your warm, autumnal thoughts!

With love and hugs,
Linda

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30 posted 2008-10-26 06:11 PM

Come back summer!! *humming baby come back*

I love Autumn, but I do not like winter all that much...brrrr

Love,
Tink

The only time we waste is the time we spend thinking we are alone.

Earth Angel
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31 posted 2008-10-26 06:17 PM

Eric ~

Hi, E! Thanks for the "E" grade! ~ I mever thought I'd ever be saying that! lol

"Excellent" response!

Have a happy autumn ~ and don't 'fall' down!

Linda

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32 posted 2008-10-26 06:18 PM

JL ~

Fall greetings, Tex Man! "Excellent" choice of words! lol lol

Happy autumnal huggums,
Linda

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33 posted 2008-10-26 06:21 PM

Lady Kate ~

What a pleasant surprise! So good to hear from you! Yeppers, fall is fantastic!

May your autumn be a glorious one!

Love and hugs,
Linda

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34 posted 2008-10-26 06:26 PM

Alison ~

Thank you! ~ and right backatchya, girlfriend!
Sending warm wishes for a fantastic fall!

Love you!
Linda

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35 posted 2008-10-26 06:29 PM

Sherry ~

I'm always gratified when a reader deems a post of mine as a

Thank you! It's going to a good home!

As leaves do fall, so may any difficulties that you may have in your life!

Love and a warm hug,
Linda

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36 posted 2008-10-26 06:31 PM

WW ~

I love your little surprises! Huge smile here!

May the winds blow gently upon your back this autumn!

Love & Autumn Light,
EA

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37 posted 2008-10-26 06:34 PM

ARCTIC WIND ~

~ and a "Wow" 2 U 2 for that enthusiastic reply! I do appreciate your appreciation!
Thank you!!!

Happy Fall Hugs 'n Smiley Faces,
EA

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38 posted 2008-10-26 06:39 PM

Ceinwyn ~

Hi, Tink! I can hear you singing "Baby Come Back" all the way up here north of the 49th parallet! You've got a great voice! lol

May your autumn be a warm one!

Linda

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39 posted 2008-10-26 09:03 PM

a lovely portrayal of a lovely season...exceptional write

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40 posted 2008-10-27 03:14 AM

This is great Linda. Soothing voice and music. Of course, this poem won’t make much sense in a few years...you know...when global warming makes it year round summer time! i can't wait, it sounds like a party!!!! =)

joe

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41 posted 2008-10-27 01:33 PM

steaven ~

It is always a pleasure to receive your kind and generous replies! Thank you!

Have a happy autumn!

Warm hug and a broad smile,
Linda

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42 posted 2008-10-27 01:39 PM

Joe (that's also my brother's name), I'm glad you enjoy my recorded poems as much as I do yours!

Egads, Joe! Never-ending summers with no changing of seasons due to global warming, is a sobering thought! Unfortunately, you may be right ~ and that scares the livin' bejeezes out of me! At least you have a plan! Turn lemons into lemonade and 'partay' all year 'round! lol

Linda

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43 posted 2008-10-27 05:18 PM

Earth Angel - excellent, and very soothing. You can read to me anytime, anyplace, etc...
Just a lovely listen...

BC

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44 posted 2008-10-27 05:30 PM

Bill! Hi, there! What a lovely endorcement from pip's absent-for-too-long troubadour! Thank you very much!

Sending a warm autumnal hug your way,
Linda

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45 posted 2008-10-27 06:12 PM

Lovely read and listen, dear Linda, even though we are saying hello to summer. It's always nice to know that some things come around again to lend continuity to life.

Yes, you can read to me and for me any time!

Love
Helen

Earth Angel
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46 posted 2008-10-28 12:12 PM

Honey, that was especially nice of you to say! I would love to be able to hear you recite your poetry!

Yes, "some things come around again to lend continuity to life." ~ I like that!

May your coming summer be a sweet one!

With love,
Linda

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