Sandra Haight Poet Quintain (English)

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Painting by Thomas Kinkade, "Autumn Lane"

Awaiting Autumn

Awaiting Autumn


By end of August, leaves curl on the trees
     as hues of brown and yellow catch our eye.
While shades of green fade in degrees,
     we know September's cooler days imply
it's time our Summer bids goodbye.

Though Summer warmth may overflow,
     September will end slowly to portend
more brilliance added to the glow.
     To richly paint the landscapes it will send
October in to stir the Autumn blend.

Cool crispness comes to fill the air,
     makes us aware October will resume
progressing well with Autumn's flair.
     Aromas from bonfires and orchards loom...
replacing fading scents of Summer's bloom.


September 8, 2018

Contest: Autumn
Sponsor: Francine Roberts
Form: Quintain

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Suzanne Delaney December 3, 2020 at 4:13 AM Congratulations,Sandra: Your Autumn poem paints a beautiful picture. SuZ

Line Gauthier November 11, 2018 at 1:55 PM Beautifully penned, Sandra. Congrats on your top win . Sandra Haight November 18, 2018 at 7:09 PM Thank you, Line! I am so pleased that you like it! Hugs, Sandra

Gregory Richard Barden November 5, 2018 at 12:58 AM ** Your picture was painted of a place that's closed now, (but I have been to), in the mountains of North Carolina, about two hours from where my sister lives. It is a reproduction of Dorothy's journey in the Wizard of Oz, and is a very haunting, beautiful spot, now only available by group reservation. ** Sandra Haight November 5, 2018 at 1:57 PM Thank you, Greg! I love this painting, and now I am very pleased to learn so much more about it. You were so fortunate to have seen that beautiful place! Sandra :)

Gregory Richard Barden November 5, 2018 at 12:55 AM Absolutely gorgeous and so poignant - I adore this! (Fav-ing) I love everything you write! Sincere congratulations for your awesome win in Francine's contest, Sandra - blessings and best wishes - keep up the great work, my friend! :-) <3 Sandra Haight November 5, 2018 at 1:59 PM Thank you very much, Greg, for your very uplifting and supportive visit, comments, and the Fav! They are so much appreciated. Sandra <3

Line Gauthier October 29, 2018 at 11:00 AM Congrats on your top win, Sandra. Well done. Sandra Haight November 5, 2018 at 6:29 PM Thank you so much, Line. Hugs, Sandra

Barry Stebbings October 29, 2018 at 5:51 AM Congratulations on your First Place, Sandra, with this lovely Autumn Quintain. // Barry Sandra Haight November 5, 2018 at 6:29 PM Thank you very much, Barry. Much appreciated! Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong October 28, 2018 at 2:56 PM Congratulations on your First Placement Sandra. I loved your entry! : ) Sandra Haight November 5, 2018 at 6:30 PM Thank you once again, Connie! Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong September 9, 2018 at 1:28 PM A lovely entry for the contest Sandra! I adore the colors of fall and welcome it every year. : ) Sandra Haight September 9, 2018 at 7:35 PM Thank you very much, Connie, for your very uplifting comment. Hugs, Sandra

Viv Wigley September 9, 2018 at 1:24 AM This is lovely, Sandra, and the use of 'portend' is so apt for the seasons. Much enjoyed. Viv x Sandra Haight September 9, 2018 at 7:34 PM Thanks, Viv, for your visit and much appreciated, supportive comments! Sandra :)

Susan Ashley September 8, 2018 at 9:36 PM Your autumn poem is gorgeous in imagery, rhythm and rhymes and exquisite in its poetic expression. I love the lush and tranquil spirit of the changing seasons you portray so artistically and beautifully, Sandra. Best wishes for a win. ~Susan Sandra Haight September 9, 2018 at 7:33 PM Thank you, dear Susan, for your gracious and supportive comments that are so much appreciated! Hugs, Sandra

Winged Warrior September 8, 2018 at 12:32 PM You've brought it on, with this lovely verse, Sandra...bol...love & light...^WW^ Sandra Haight September 9, 2018 at 7:32 PM Thank you so much, WW, for your lovely, supportive comment! Sandra :)

Tom Cunningham September 8, 2018 at 11:01 AM A lovely autumn verse Sandra, love the blaze of colours it produces. Good luck. Tom Sandra Haight September 9, 2018 at 7:32 PM Thank you very much, Tom. I really appreciate your visits and uplifting comments. Sandra