Behold the Splendor of Fall

Behold the splendor of another magnificent fall!

Every tree is adorned with a resplendent shawl!

All the trees have shed their abundant foliage of jade;

Umber leaves now - they once provided welcome shade.

The ancient Harvest Moon flaunts its ever mellow glow,

Inviting intimate tete-a-tetes for romantic souls below!

Frantic squirrels scurry about hiding their winters' fare,

Unrelenting in their quest since winter frosts are in the air!

(Lawns are carpeted with gold and crimson leaves to be raked!)

Flocks of geese wing their way south by the multitudes,

As they seek friendlier climes in the southern latitudes!

Limbs bereft of leaves lift arms beseechingly as if in prayer.

Lyricists, tho' gifted you may be - describe the beauty of fall if you dare!

Entry for John Hamilton's " Beautiful Fall Poetry" Contest
(11 September 2018)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Rushing Avatar
October 30, 2018 at 6:24 AM
A beautifully painted picture of autumn. Have a blessed day.
Gauthier Avatar
September 16, 2018 at 2:09 PM
Lovely, Robert. Congrats on your much deserved win.
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 10:39 PM
I love, love, love your generous imagery in this excellent acrostic Robert. Tho it is last, it is first in my book and a Fave! Congratulations my friend! : )
Hamilton Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 2:20 PM
Very nicely done Robert, congrats on a fine placement in my contest!
Hinshaw Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 3:58 PM
Thank you for considering my entry in your contest worthy of a win - Bob
Wanter Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 6:20 PM
I can hardly wait. If only winter weren't far behind.
Hinshaw Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 7:55 PM
.Thank you for taking time to read the poem, Sunlite. If only we could skip winter and go directly to Spring! - Bob
Bauer Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 4:04 PM
this is very lovely, bob! you've really captured the essence of fall, my favorite season. best of luck in the contest...
Cunningham Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 12:50 PM
Beautiful verse Robert, your love for the season shows in your verse. Good luck. Tom
Krutsinger Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 5:25 AM
Robert, your imagery has me hankering for fall NOW. I am ready. Good luck in the contest, this poem is a winner.
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