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Autumn Afternoon
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Autumn Afternoon |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050
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As dusky leaves with tints of rust fall slowly to the ground They dance with cohorts green and gold then gather up in mounds The smell of wood fires in the air amidst the bracing chill Bring urges to take long strolls through the dale and up the hill Your trusty woolen sweater with it’s redolence of must Is shaken in the cool crisp air to throw off last year’s dust You pull your warm thick stockings on and you lace your shoes on tight Preparing for your daily walk before the darkened night You trot along and kick the leaves now strolling hand in hand Your sending secret glances only you both understand You look around and see the trees get barer by the day You watch as flocks of ducks and geese are busy on their way The kitties all look furrier as winter coats abound It’s gets dark ‘fore you know it, as the bats start on their rounds You hear the crickets chirping, as they call out for a mate Your stroll begins to quicken as you notice it is late The sun is down, the moon is out, a lone star gives a wink Your hearts together share a beat as you both walk in synch You get back home and change your clothes, and start to settle in The house is cold, the heater’s broke so much to your chagrin You light some logs and drink mulled wine, and contemplate your day Your laughing at the stories that each other have to say You take some meat out from the freeze its harder then a brick You figure if you want to eat your gonna have to pick “Did we have Chinese yet this week?” “Pizza was yesterday.” You think about just going out, but then decide to stay You make some scrambled eggs and put some jelly on your toast You lay down on the couch and then you hold each other close “If you would like, I’ll get more logs, and split them with my ax?” “Don’t bother Dear, I’d rather we just lay here and relax” “My day was really hectic and all that I want to do.” “Is lay here with you by my side so that I can hold you.” They’re sleeping in each other’s arms and then he is awake He makes sure that the fire’s out and gives her a small shake She doesn’t budge, and so he gives the one he loves a kiss And gazes at her lovely face and drifts to sleep full bliss |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Awwww Richy...this is wonderful...so full of love. Fantastic imagery..much enjoyed. ~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~ ~Somewhere in my heart I'm always |
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Patricia Member Elite
since 2003-04-06
Posts 2160Missouri |
What an autumn eve's story you told in this beautiful piece. Almost makes me want to wish the summer the away. -Patricia |
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whiskey
since 1999-12-28
Posts 1278Australia |
What a lovely piece, so romantic and full of love. The part about feeling warmth helped as its freezing cold here this morning  Julie |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
Great imagery in this piece Richy. It was such an enjoyable and romantic read and it held my interest right to the end. Hugs, Marti |
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Saunni Senior Member
since 2000-07-11
Posts 1777West Virginia |
Richy, just an awesome piece of work I just read of yours. Simply beautiful! Sauni:)The Only Time I See The Sun Is When I'm Within That Vanilla Breeze.The Only Time I'm One With The Sun Is When He Shelters Me From The Rain. L.S |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (smiles) Awwwwwwwww, you are sooooooooo romantic, sweet friend, this is very tender and filled with warmth and comfort! (big hugggsssssss) May you always bring a smile to your loves face, sweet friend, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heaert, sweet Richy, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton Underneath your clothes, there's an endless story |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Hi Nancy, it’s always so nice to hear from you! I’m real glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for reading, and big smiles & hugs to you too. Hi Patricia, yeah I actually wrote this some months ago during the fall, but thought I’d go ahead and post it anyway. Thank You for the nice reply Patricia! I hope your daughter is feeling better. Julie, how are you? Is that little baby still kicking...lol Oh hey, I just noticed your down in Australia! We have quite a few here from “down under.” How does the weather work down there in the Southern Hemisphere? It’s approaching Summer up here. Are you guys in a cold season right now? Well stay warm OK? And thanks for the “warm” comments. Hi Martie, I’m real glad you liked it. Thanks for taking the time. I really appreciate it. Hugs back to you! Saunni, thanks so much for reading, and for your kind comments. That was very nice of you Noah, A reply from you, is like having sun beams breaking through the clouds, onto your picnic, in a wildflower meadow! Your enthusiasm is so intoxicating! Thanks for always lifting me up! Big Hugs back to you! |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
wow...beautiful! |
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Richy Member Elite
since 2003-05-03
Posts 3050 |
Thank You Dixie, I'm glad you liked it! Richy |
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