Autumn Affection

Dawn's diamond dew drops delight
As cooler autumn air descends
Upon the tropical trees in dappled sun
Where wild piglets run, free to forage

Down below the snows of Mauna Kea
Where the rain forests reign supreme,
Where bird songs echo during daylight
And crickets and coqui frogs chirp in eve's

Moonlight as nature's lullabies linger long.
Cooler temperatures prevail presenting
October skies, a welcome relief from the
Summer's humid heat that slows the feet.

 Autumn serenely shares her halcyon hues
 In lilting leaves that dance when leaving trees
 To grace the grounds in a mélange of mounds
 As her frosty breath awakens soulful zest.

9-13-19 

Strand Choice Y Poetry Contest
Sponsor Brian Strand
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~First Place~
Fall Into Fall Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Chantelle Anne Cooke 
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~Second Place~
Contest Name Best free verse Jul-Dec 2019
Sponsor John Hamilton
Dec 9, 2019
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Kauffman Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 11:33 PM
Your poem is filled with so many wonderful elements - alliteration, beautiful imagery, personification that carry the brightness of this autumn affection! Congratulations Connie!
Chiri Avatar
April 4, 2020 at 4:49 PM
Connie beautifulwin! Congrats!;)
Ligon Avatar
January 1, 2020 at 6:39 PM
Beautiful descriptions and lovely alliteration.
Dietrich Avatar
December 15, 2019 at 3:41 PM
Wonderful seeing you on this list, Connie. Can't believe I had not commented to this gem before but maybe I had seen it posted in the club!!
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December 15, 2019 at 3:41 PM
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Barden Avatar
December 13, 2019 at 5:12 AM
Best wishes and congrats for your win in John's Free Verse contest, Connie - he knows his stuff! Blessings and happy holidays to you and yours! :o) <3
Kauffman Avatar
December 12, 2019 at 9:15 PM
This is lovely, Connie. Great alliteration that flows so naturally - doesn't seem forced at all along with beautiful Hawaiian imagery. I got to spend a month in Hawaii years ago but not in autumn. Now I have a more complete picture! Congratulations!
Na Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 7:27 PM
Congrats on your winning poem Connie
Gaul Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 12:07 PM
Iconic nature poetry you've written here. But I must comment on the alliteration. I think there are 16 phrases with several three word ones. (I count separated by an article phrases also) This is hard to do but the reward for your music quality in your poem is great! Congratulations on your placement dear poetess.
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 7:56 PM
You are very observant Greg. I appreciate your lovely comment. Thank you very much. Happy holidays! : )
Hamilton Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 10:44 AM
Loved this poem Connie, I kind of thought it was you with the Hawaii references, a beautiful nature write, had to win!
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 11, 2019 at 7:55 PM
Thank you so much for my high placement John. I was happy to see your contest just in time to enter this. Have a lovely holiday! : ) xxoo
Andresen Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 1:08 PM
- A gorgeous winning poems ... congratulations, Connie :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
La France Avatar
September 24, 2019 at 10:33 AM
Connie congratulations on your win in the contest with this excellent poem !
Mcgee Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 1:18 PM
I love strolling the paths of Hawaii anytime...but I don't think I have been there in the fall. Looks like it will be on the list now. Lovely words to lure me. congrats on your win.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 2:15 PM
Thank you Jeanne. We are waiting. : ) xxoo
Delaney Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 7:04 AM
A lovely Hawaiian Autumn song. I can hear the echoes of a ukulele. Congratulations Connie. So worth a first place.Love, SuZ
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 2:14 PM
Thank you very much SuZ. I sure miss you being here. It is raining today and I am a happy camper! : ) xxoo
Chiri Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 1:29 AM
Connie back to congratulate you on your win!;)
Mcintosh Avatar
September 23, 2019 at 12:21 AM
Congratulations and I knew this would do well. Blessings
Dietrich Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 6:30 PM
this one should do extremely well in the contest, sweet Connie. I also love its title you gave it.
Meade Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 3:45 PM
Your words captures the beauty fall -- a relaxed time to breath and laugh! You filled my heart with joy -- though I missed the Moa calling in the morning!!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:36 PM
Are you from New Zealand David? One of my favorite places on Earth. Thank you so much for your beautiful comment. It is much appreciated! : ) xxoo
One Avatar
September 15, 2019 at 9:37 AM
You always create such vivid imagery... lovely poem..
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:44 PM
Thank you very much for such a lovely comment Silent. xxoo
Ball Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 6:24 PM
WoW! Wonderful expression and imagery. An Outstanding piece. Good luck Connie, It's a winner in my book. God Bless, JB
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:37 PM
Thank you very much Judy. I adore autumn and love to write poetry extolling her virtues. xxoo
Chiri Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 6:13 PM
Connie this is beautifully written! Good luck in the contest! It's a sure winner in my eyes!;)
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:39 PM
Thank you very much Brenda. It is hard to keep up here at Soup with all the Poetry. I read till my eyes cross. xxoo : )
Pandit Avatar
September 14, 2019 at 7:36 AM
Such beautiful glimpses of autumn in Hawaii, Connie! Your imagery is excellent, as always..and so is your poem..all the best for a TOP win.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:40 PM
Thank you for the good luck, it worked! I appreciate your lovely comments my friend. xxoo
Mcintosh Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 9:21 PM
This is so lovely. Wishing you a big win and God bless you always.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 22, 2019 at 6:45 PM
Thank you Regina...it worked! I appreciate your sweet and thoughtful comment. Blessings xxoo
Kiser Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 7:50 PM
This is so soothing and tranquil; I can hear those frogs croaking. Beautiful.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 7:52 PM
They sound like a bird chirping M.L. I hope I can get used to it when I visit in three weeks. Thank you my friend! : ) xxoo
Allison Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 7:28 PM
your imagery is so lovely Connie I want to get on a plane to see this for myself. love the liberal use of alliteration:-) good luck in the contest:-) hugs Jan xx
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 13, 2019 at 7:53 PM
I would love a visit from you and Hubble Jan. Thank you very much. : ) xxoo
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