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October

October is a full box of thirty-six crayolas Oranges, reds, gold…like sparkling colas, Refreshing the soul like vibrant violas Taking us higher in colorful gondolas, All the true colors of summer gladiolas. Rustle of the browns much like brawn Damp with the dew of the early dawn, Rich golden brews just freshly drawn With smooth tawny of this spring's fawn, Covering the dying green of my lawn. Ushers in the holiday’s joyous season Thanksgiving, Christmas for a good reason (Merry, bright, joyous, and gleesome) Ranges in color over the entire canon Ochre, magenta, rust—all are in fashion October, Oh, October! month chosen. written October 4, 2021

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 10/6/2021 12:40:00 PM

I am ready for this "Thanksgiving, Christmas for a good reason (Merry, bright, joyous, and gleesome)" Oh yes!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/6/2021 12:57:00 PM

I love the Christmas season, but since Deb's been gone I don't decorate anymore.

Judy Ball

Date: 10/5/2021 2:17:00 PM

Oh I do love all the colors. Great job here Milton. Wonderful description and great imagery. God Bless, JB

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/5/2021 6:15:00 PM

Thanks, JB. It is always a joy to hear from you. I appreciate your thoughtful comments.

Terry Flood

Date: 10/4/2021 4:25:00 PM

Smashing write, Milt. Love the 36 Crayolas reference. Terry

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/4/2021 4:55:00 PM

Thanks, Terry. Always wanted but never got. We were a very poor family at the age when I was coloring. You know, I really ought to go out and buy a box of 36 and donate it to an underprivileged elementary school-age kid. Yep, I'm going to do it. Just entered my mind....

Vijay Pandit

Date: 10/4/2021 2:52:00 PM

This is wonderful imagery, Milton. Enjoyed your colorful description of October--a pleasant poem you wrote

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/4/2021 4:17:00 PM

Thank you so much, Vijay.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/4/2021 1:49:00 PM

Love this time of year Milton, you've captured it well. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/4/2021 4:19:00 PM

Thank you so much, Tom. It's not my favorite, but it is very colorful and enjoyable to those who are blessed not having allergies, upper respiratory ailments, and COPD. I only have the allergies, but that is enough!

Gershon Wolf

Date: 10/4/2021 1:17:00 PM

Love the peacock-like variety of colors splashing across your stanzas, Milt. Great tribute to an awesome time of year. ~ Gershon

L Milton Hankins
Date: 10/4/2021 4:19:00 PM

Thank you, Gershon. Sure is good to have you back!