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Written 23rd September 2023 - Autumnal Poetry Contest - Sponsored by: Sotto Poet

1st placement

‘Tis the feathered ballet of the fall
that graces the sky for one and all
Ornate earthly joy, bird swoops convey
on a colourful autumnal day.

Singing birdsong as gentle winds blow
flocks of warblers fly by to and fro
The leaves on trees wave in feisty praise
for the joy bestowed on their last days.

In twilight when the night is still young
nightingales come with songs to be sung
These birds fly away after the fall
to a warmer place where life’s a ball.

Cometh the day withered leaves die
softly, softly birds sing goodbye 
Morosely dancing in airspace
splendour of autumnal winged grace.

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Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 10/5/2023 10:41:00 AM

- A pleasure to read again ... congratulations on your win, Belle :) - hugs

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 10/6/2023 12:19:00 PM

Thank you very much Anne-Lise… Belle

Sotto Poet

Date: 10/5/2023 10:06:00 AM

Dear Belle, congratulations on your win in my contest. This exquisite piece of poetry is a true feast for the senses, overflowing with an abundance of vivid and captivating imagery. Your mastery of language is evident in the flawless composition of this well-crafted poem.

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 10/6/2023 11:20:00 AM

Thank you for that Sotto, it was a joy to take part in your contest and a thrill to have been placed up with the winners… Belle

Panagiota Romios

Date: 10/3/2023 6:48:00 PM

I love reading your r piems that reflect your beautifu heart Belle, You support us in seeing what we may have missed,thank you, Ciao! Pangie cc

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 10/6/2023 11:18:00 AM

Thank you so much Pangie, I do appreciate those words as always. Blessings, Belle xx

Bill Baker

Date: 9/27/2023 9:38:00 PM

Fine rhyming and great imagery, Belle. Good luck in the contest, my friend. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/28/2023 1:52:00 AM

Thank you poet friend Bill, so pleased and grateful for those encouraging words… Belle

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/25/2023 3:55:00 AM

- A beautiful write about autumn, Belle :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/28/2023 1:52:00 AM

Thank you and bless you Anne-Lise… Belle

Silent One

Date: 9/24/2023 2:17:00 AM

You seem to have formatted this so beautifully it look so joyful on the page.. lovely lines full of imagery describing Autumn.. people seem to love this season, but for me its the season of death sadly... Loved your poem though my friend.. in twilight the night is still young.. so true.

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/24/2023 4:10:00 AM

I just love the changing colours of the trees, though they are beautiful whatever the season. No doubt you’ve reason for the fall to be the season of death to you. Thank you for the kind words in review of this poem… Belle

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/24/2023 1:37:00 AM

This is a lovely poem written with great passion yet all seems so simple. I cannot emulate you, dear Belle. Hugs

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/24/2023 4:03:00 AM

Emulate me, of course you can and do, you are an inspirational poet Victor. Thank you, hugs dearly… Belle

Alexis Y.

Date: 9/23/2023 8:46:00 PM

Hi Belle, You painted such a beautiful seasonal picture as one season changes to the next. Good content, rhymes, and imagery.Best wishes in the contest. Have a good evening:-) Alexis

Beryl Edmonds
Date: 9/23/2023 8:50:00 PM

Thank you for every word Alexis, have a grand evening too… Belle