Fall's Changing Focus

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Fall's

Changing

Focus

So harsh and cold, the late October wind
Oak branches sway before the orange moon
Bright leaves that filled its branches now have thinned
Just one remains to dance in autumn's tune

But I stroll to the river filled with hope
A group of manatees takes shelter there
Their playful ways have always helped me cope
In winter when the trees have stripped to bare

Our love for living things will linger on
Throughout the winter, we'll seek signs of life
Though dormant plants may seem like they are gone
I choose to see the boons, not study strife

For birds and animals still entertain
When spring returns, we'll welcome blooms again




Written October 31, 2019

Copyright © | Year Posted 2019



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Date: 12/16/2019 5:49:00 PM
Wonderful imagery Carolyn thanks for entering this one, congrats on a fine placement!
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Date: 12/1/2019 8:47:00 AM
Congratulations Carolyn! Your poem earned a distinguished place in my contest. This contest was very tough to judge, for I was very strict, well done my friend, Emile.
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Date: 11/6/2019 9:21:00 AM
Indeed, Carolyn, we learn to cope with whatever each season has in store for us. Looking at the positive points will surely enhance our chances of happiness. Hugs // paul
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Date: 11/5/2019 6:27:00 PM
Hello Carolyn … a wonderful written sonnet Carolyn. Great topic and flows and rhymes so well - thanks Carolyn - Lindsay
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Date: 11/5/2019 7:47:00 AM
Beautifully written, Carolyn. The late fall always holds a bit of a somber mood for me, I look forward to spring and summer. All my best to you. Hugs, John
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Date: 11/5/2019 2:44:00 AM
This is lovely Carolyn. I see Winter as a time for Nature to rest and replenish herself. We all need to rest now and then. Great job my friend. God Bless, JB
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Date: 11/4/2019 3:49:00 PM
an excellent job here, Carolyn. the meter was nearly flawless and you used wonderful imagery. I hope you are doing well this week. I need to get out of the school now. Complications about the cabinets i chose for our new kitchen. Supposedly the woman who took our kitchen measurements does not think the cabinets go with our house color of paint. DANG
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Date: 11/4/2019 7:15:00 AM
absolutely beautiful in words and rhythm!
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Date: 11/4/2019 7:09:00 AM
Reads like a good contender. Way to go. Thanks for dropping by my page. I hope this is a good day for you. Sara
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Date: 11/3/2019 4:30:00 AM
Your lovely poem is filled with the beauty of the season and filled with hope of spring after the snows have melted. This beauty is going into my Faves Carolyn. Sorry I haven't been around much. I have been busy trying to retrieve my photos before Yahoo groups deletes them all. I am sure Emile will love this gem! xxoo
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 11/3/2019 5:02:00 PM
I know how busy you have been, so thanks for taking the time to read my poem. Hope you finish retrieving your pictures!
Date: 11/2/2019 7:56:00 PM
Wonderful write Carolyn, there's truth in sentience; Deepak Gupta stated that the universe displays sentience; we often know we are alive best when life presents itself through poignant nature or deep relationships. I am back, posted a new poem should you not know;-)
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Date: 11/1/2019 4:55:00 AM
Exceptional write. Love it. Best in the contest and bless you, Gina
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 11/1/2019 2:00:00 PM
Thank you for reading, Gina. I'll check your page.
Date: 10/31/2019 8:49:00 PM
Beautifully written sonnet Carolyn... it's always so sad to see the barren trees of fall and the hush of birds... i always dread winter but love to see spring...each season leads to the next so i know the bad won't last long...enjoyed this one! :) hugs
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Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 11/1/2019 2:18:00 PM
Thank you, Sandra.
Date: 10/31/2019 6:05:00 PM
Aye, that will be the day! Aloha! Rico
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Date: 10/31/2019 2:03:00 PM
Beautifully crafted Carolyn. To see not the barren gardens created by this chilly season but the beauty that they will be in the coming spring. There is no better way to look at life. Loved this. Best wishes in the contest.
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Date: 10/31/2019 1:10:00 PM
Beautiful sonnet Carolyn, it will be a while but yes welcome blooms again, can't come quick enough. Good luck. Tom.
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Date: 10/31/2019 1:04:00 PM
- Beautifully written for a sad season ... "when the trees have stripped to bare" ... a naked and sad picture, Carolyn - Best wishes in the contest ... and Happy Halloween :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Date: 10/31/2019 1:01:00 PM
LOVELY LOVELY LOVELY
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