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Autumn Jewels |
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Nightshade 
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach 
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 . . . . nature sheds her gems soft earth her jewelry box bright autumn treasure bounty free for our taking crisp seasonal adornments . . . . Chris Barker October 2006 ~~**~~ |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
It is amazing, isn't it Chris? All of what she gives to us each year....no matter the season, there is always beauty around us, all we have to do is look. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
CHRIS!!  Is it really you? You're back and look at this beauty!! We've all missed reading your magical words. ~Hugs & Love, Teed~ Autumn, the year's last loveliest smile~ |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Yes, Magnus, if we just open our eyes ... what a blessing each season brings. thankyou for reading and commenting. Hi Teed !!! Wait....let me look...yes, it's me...lol. Thanks, hugs & Miss Ya!! |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (does happy glissade across Mother Nature's jewelry box) Yay! Oh Chris, I have missed your gorgeous poems ever so much, dearest friend, as always your poems gleam with much enthusiasm and colorful imagery, yay, God Bless You, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Chris, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other" |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Enjoyed...James |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Yay !!! Chris joins in happy dance with Noah. Thankyou my friend !!  Many thanks James. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Chris~ She said, "I tried a Tanka of sorts." And SUCCEED is what you did, lady~ Chris, this is gorgeous ... I am tickled in shades of 'autumn' to see this 'jewel'~ Hey, now ... don't go feeling any pressure or anything ... but, um, I'm thinking (and Lord knows that is sometimes a big mistake) that a Rictameter is next of your list of 'I trieds' ... right ?  Love you sweets~ Thursday-In-October *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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Flutterwings Member
since 2001-07-10
Posts 288Maine |
In just a few words you've painted a great Autumn joy!!!! Kudos! Love and peace, Maggie ((~.~)) |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Oh Chris, I love this beautiful tanka. Autumn is my favorite time of the year. I love to see the different colored leaves. |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Marge dearheart ~ thankyou for the little nudge and hugs for your comments. Maggie - thankyou for reading and commenting Hi Sue! Many thanks and yes, I love autumn too! |
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Trillium
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Nightshade: I so enjoyed this beautiful picture and the equally lovely poem. Thanks for posting it. Betty Lou Betty Lou Hebert |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou so much Betty Lou. hugs! |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
a delightful autumn poem and a beautiful picture I enjoyed both Kate |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou very much Kate. "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." - Oscar Wilde |
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PatAngel Member
since 2004-04-05
Posts 451California |
What a joy to read such beautiful words! Patricia 'When you find a dream within your heart, don't ever let it go. |
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sewasham Senior Member
since 2006-09-11
Posts 714Oklahoma, USA |
This is beautifully written Tanka. Your imagery was masterfully done. A wonderful job. Take care and Have fun. Steve |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thanks to you both Patricia & Steve. |
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seraphin Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1004Michigan |
This is truly very lovely. I've not tried a tanka, but you have inspired me to try it. I am afraid I will not be able to paint as lovely a view, but try I will. Thank you for the lovely image. Sandra |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Sandra, I am thrilled that my small offering has inspired you. You will do a fine job I am sure. Thankyou. |
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FNG Member
since 2006-02-07
Posts 477 |
Hi Nightshade, where did you get those gems... Your words speak for their wondorous presence, often went unnoticed. greatly enjoyed. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
what a pleasant surprise to find you here while roaming the pages tonight!! You've been missed! |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
quote: Absolutely enchanting, dear Chris! I have no familiarity with tanka, but who knows one day I might try ... You inspire! Love and hugs. Margherita |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
~ thankyou all so much ~ Your comments are deeply appreciated |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Hi Chris...I am so glad to see you here...you've been missed. Love the poem and photo!!!! |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
The best adornment is YOU, here on the blue pages Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
...and she's back, in all her glory... and I'm not just talking about Fall. Welcome home again, Chris... |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Martie, Interloper & Karilea ... you all have been missed as well. Thankyou so much for reading and commenting. Hugs! |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
gorgeous write and photo I love fall colors, the warmth they offer |
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Betty Senior Member
since 2002-08-13
Posts 1159Virginia |
Chris your words perfectly describe autumn . Betty |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou so much Kacy & Betty. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
A real beauty! I love these fall colors pictured and the well chosen words enhansing them. God bless, Rae |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Thankyou so much Rae. hugs!! |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
What beautiful words greet me this fine fall morning I am nothing special...and my name will soon be forgotten,but I've loved another with all my heart and soul,and to me,this has always been enough.~N.S |
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garysgirl
since 2002-09-29
Posts 19237Florida, USA |
Hi ChrisLane!!  What a beautiful poem about my favorite time of year. Love it. Hugs, Ethel |
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skyshine
since 2002-02-07
Posts 3058Beneath the northern stars |
Chris--thank YOU for sharing this treasure of nature with us!  sky I hope someday you get the chance to live like you were dying.... |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
Many thanks poets three!! |
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latearrival Member Ascendant
since 2003-03-21
Posts 5499Florida |
Beautiful combination.It sent me to your web site and that was such a pleasure. Great to meet you there with your friend. martyjo |
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Nightshade
since 2001-08-31
Posts 13962just out of reach |
martyjo - thankyou so much. I am thrilled as will be my friend in Arkansas, Darce Jean, to hear that you enjoyed our website. hugs! |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
I came back for a look at these pristine jewels of autumn~ Splashes from well of thinking Staining the pages With vivid colors of fall Poetess of word palette~ Would a Wednesday-in-November be just special enough to get you to spill some more ink ??? *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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Elizabeth
Moderator
Member Ascendant
since 1999-06-07
Posts 6871Minnesota |
Well its getting to be autumn here...summer is definitely winding down. Glad to have found this! |
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