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Painting by Thomas Kinkade, "Autumn Lane"


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

Date: 12/3/2020 4:13:00 AM

Congratulations,Sandra: Your Autumn poem paints a beautiful picture. SuZ

Line Gauthier

Date: 11/11/2018 1:55:00 PM

Beautifully penned, Sandra. Congrats on your top win .

Sandra Haight
Date: 11/18/2018 7:09:00 PM

Thank you, Line! I am so pleased that you like it! Hugs, Sandra

Gregory Richard Barden

Date: 11/5/2018 12:58:00 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
Date: 11/5/2018 1:57:00 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

Date: 11/5/2018 12:55:00 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
Date: 11/5/2018 1:59:00 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

Date: 10/29/2018 11:00:00 AM

Congrats on your top win, Sandra. Well done.

Sandra Haight
Date: 11/5/2018 6:29:00 PM

Thank you so much, Line. Hugs, Sandra

Barry Stebbings

Date: 10/29/2018 5:51:00 AM

Congratulations on your First Place, Sandra, with this lovely Autumn Quintain. // Barry

Sandra Haight
Date: 11/5/2018 6:29:00 PM

Thank you very much, Barry. Much appreciated! Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/28/2018 2:56:00 PM

Congratulations on your First Placement Sandra. I loved your entry! : )

Sandra Haight
Date: 11/5/2018 6:30:00 PM

Thank you once again, Connie! Hugs, Sandra

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/9/2018 1:28:00 PM

A lovely entry for the contest Sandra! I adore the colors of fall and welcome it every year. : )

Sandra Haight
Date: 9/9/2018 7:35:00 PM

Thank you very much, Connie, for your very uplifting comment. Hugs, Sandra

Viv Wigley

Date: 9/9/2018 1:24:00 AM

This is lovely, Sandra, and the use of 'portend' is so apt for the seasons. Much enjoyed. Viv x

Sandra Haight
Date: 9/9/2018 7:34:00 PM

Thanks, Viv, for your visit and much appreciated, supportive comments! Sandra :)

Susan Ashley

Date: 9/8/2018 9:36:00 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
Date: 9/9/2018 7:33:00 PM

Thank you, dear Susan, for your gracious and supportive comments that are so much appreciated! Hugs, Sandra