L Milton Hankins Poet Verse

Autumn Gold

gold
speckled
painted leaves
skitter in breeze
decorate my lawn
eager for my raking

I enjoy the sight of
nature's colorful 
autumn beauty
of gold leaf
before
cold

THIRD PLACE WINNER
written September 3, 2021
especially for "Merse - Beauty of Fall" poetry contest
sponsored by Malabika Ray Choudhury

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Susan Ashley October 23, 2021 at 7:31 PM Milton, I love the sight and sound of "skittering" leaves - such great imagery that delights both senses. Your poetic pen spilled gold with this wonderful piece, Autumn is lively and lovely! Well, except for all those leaves to rake ;) Congratulations for your wonderful win in Mala's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan L Milton Hankins October 23, 2021 at 8:09 PM Thank you so much, Susan, for your sweet, thoughtful comments on my poem. I always enjoy your comments and especially the time you take to write meaningful and encouraging words.

Eve Roper September 26, 2021 at 11:13 AM Great cool brisk feeling and lost of color imagery , Milton, congratulations on your win in Malabika's contest! Hugs Eve L Milton Hankins September 26, 2021 at 11:52 AM Thanks so much, Eve, as I love getting affirmation from you. Hugs back!

Malabika Ray Choudhury September 26, 2021 at 6:21 AM Congratulations on your win. Beautiful Merse - enjoyed ~ Mala L Milton Hankins September 26, 2021 at 8:09 AM Thank you so much, Mala. I really appreciated your kind thoughts.

Tom Cunningham September 3, 2021 at 1:05 PM A beautiful season without a doubt, would love to visit New England in the fall. Enjoy your weekend, don't overdo it with the raking. Tom L Milton Hankins September 3, 2021 at 2:57 PM Don't worry, Tom. I have already hired the help. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.