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October Mornings

Oh, the joy of autumn days Chilly mornings, warmed by the first cup of coffee The anticipation of Thanksgiving and Christmas Oatmeal for breakfast - it sticks to the ribs Beams of sunlight peeping through the blinds Embers from last night's fire still in the fireplace Remnants of a late night snack Memories of bygone years before the kids left home Occupied by thoughts of laughter Recalling the days when they were growing up Nestled in their beds, all toasty and warm It will never be the same, but oh, the memories New days ahead to reflect on Grateful to God for His bountiful blessings Satisfied life filled with the richness of a loving family 4 October 2018 For the contest sponsored by Brian Strand

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L. J. Carber

Date: 10/9/2018 10:10:00 AM

Congrats' on your win, Curtis, and thanks for evoking my favorite season!

Curtis Moorman
Date: 10/9/2018 10:17:00 AM

Thank you, L.J., for your support and your comment. Spring and Autumn run neck-and-neck as to being my favorite season. Glad I happened to hit on yours. Welcome to your first time in receiving a comment from you. Much appreciated!

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/6/2018 9:59:00 AM

A lovely winner of a poem, Curtis. Congrats on your gold medal win.

Curtis Moorman
Date: 10/6/2018 10:48:00 AM

Thank you, Line! I was quite surprised and elated to see it place so high. Now to put more serious thought into sponsoring a contest.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/4/2018 11:51:00 PM

What lovely nostalgic memories of family Curtis. I loved your winning poem. Congratulations! : )

Curtis Moorman
Date: 10/5/2018 2:49:00 AM

Thank you, Connie! God and family are the two most important parts of my life and I love writing poems acknowledging both either separately or collectively. I appreciate your comments and your support.

Ralph Taylor

Date: 10/6/2011 4:24:00 PM

Congrats on your HM, Curt. Nice going. Ralph

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 10/5/2011 4:38:00 PM

Congrats Curtis on your HM in the contest with this brilliant beauty poetry..kudos with luv my friend...

Joyce Johnson

Date: 10/5/2011 4:16:00 PM

What lovely memories you share with us. Congratulations on your win. Love, Joyce

Joe Maverick

Date: 10/5/2011 3:15:00 PM

and congratulations on the H M..

Joe Maverick

Date: 10/5/2011 3:13:00 PM

Well Curtis.. I think think this is a really heart warming write, the reflections also pleasing to read..

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 10/5/2011 7:03:00 AM

Congratulations on your win in Brian Strand's "October-Your Choice" contest Curtis. Love, Carol

Gwendolen Song

Date: 10/5/2011 6:02:00 AM

When one follows Christ true poetry can be written...this poem is a testimony of your faith to Him and His fulfillment of promise BACK to you. Very warm..like the lil toes nestled in their beds. Hang this one above your fireplace. What a special family write. God is good....all the time.... Gwendolen.

Kim Merryman

Date: 9/30/2011 7:56:00 PM

Excellent acrostic, Curtis. Really liked this. Kim