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Contest: LISTEN to the wind. Sponsored by Constance La France.

LISTEN to the Wind

"In fall, nature must rest for when they return in spring, to be at their best. " -quote by poet

The trees hear whispers in the wind begin
 It's now time to surrender and let fall win
Slumber is upon them as they start to let go
  To be strong and barren for blankets of snow
 Branches relax as their leaves start to turn
Letting them fall knowing in spring they’ll return

  Hummingbirds hover as they frantically feed
 Fresh nectar for their migration trips a need
The wind whispers warnings as the days get shorter
  When ready, he'll find his mate and will escort her
    Goldfinches appear in their olive drab feathers
Working to secure their nests with twig tethers

 Squirrels and chipmunks are scurrying about
   Busy finding acorns as they sputter and spout
  They listen to the wind as it whistles and whirls
 And lifts fallen ground leaves in colorful swirls
   Flowers hold on to their last blooming breaths
Before they all succumb to their fall deaths
   Nature always listens to the wind's fall requests
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Date: 9/15/2025 8:32:00 PM
This is vivid and immersive. The imagery of animals, trees, and seasonal change beautifully conveys the rhythm and attentiveness of nature. Thank you for sharing this with us.
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Date: 9/15/2025 6:06:00 AM
Beautiful poem. Congratulations Tania on your win.
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/15/2025 10:49:00 AM
Valsa, thank you.
Date: 9/14/2025 6:48:00 AM
Hi Tania, I guess the plants, flowers, leaves, and animals must listen for sure. It's inevitable. There's a lot to learn from observing it all take place. Hope you are well and smiling at the show. Take care!!
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/15/2025 3:24:00 AM
Duke, thank you.
Date: 9/9/2025 4:08:00 PM
Nice action filled, colorful story about the beginning of Fall!
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/10/2025 4:45:00 AM
David, thank you.
Date: 9/9/2025 3:41:00 PM
ania, congratulations on your win in my contest, Listen to the Wind, with your beautiful poem, I love the image and quote also, blessings
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/10/2025 4:45:00 AM
Constance, thank you and thank you for my placement.
Date: 9/9/2025 7:03:00 AM
Dear Tania, There's real poetry in recognizing that surrender can be a form of strength, and you've expressed that beautifully. You have such a gift for finding the deeper meaning in seasonal changes. Blessings, Tania, Daniel
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/10/2025 4:45:00 AM
Daniel, thank you.
Date: 9/8/2025 9:53:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your beautiful write/quote. What a pretty picture. Love everything here. What a great time of the year.... Have a blessed day with your win...........
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/10/2025 4:45:00 AM
Paula, thank you.
Date: 9/8/2025 1:21:00 AM
And congrats on your win. I love your crystalline contest ideas.
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/10/2025 4:46:00 AM
Andrea, thank you.
Date: 9/7/2025 10:02:00 AM
You know a lot about nature . I love how in tune you are with it. While I am here, I want to thank you for hosting contests that are not just inspiring, but which showcase many winners. You are a bright spot for me here at Soup.
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/7/2025 1:04:00 PM
Andrea, thank you and you're welcome.
Date: 9/7/2025 9:06:00 AM
Dear Tania, you draw a tapestry of nature with the Fall as the most delightful season. Great poem.
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/7/2025 1:04:00 PM
Victor, thank you.
Date: 9/7/2025 7:08:00 AM
Fall has always been my favorite season. Colorful in its array of leaves and a busy season of harvesting... man and animals alike. Your lines tell of the wind's voice and is beautifully written.
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Tania Kitchin
Date: 9/7/2025 7:22:00 AM
Lin, thank you.
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