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Farewell and Goodnight Potd

In the midst of red evening, leaves fall from the sky,
Yielding lavish hues and vibrancy, to gathering dusk.
Under a pearl moon, twirling leaves wave goodbye,
To warmer, brighter, gold days, in the pale stardust.

Yielding lavish hues and vibrancy, to gathering dusk,
Pretty, migratory birds, are taking the longest flight,
To warmer, brighter, gold days, in the pale stardust,
And final blooms of the season, add a cool goodnight.

Pretty, migratory birds, are taking the longest flight,
But all the departed will return again one blithe day.
And final blooms of the season, add a cool goodnight.
Exuded fragrances thrill the scene of lovely disarray.

But all the departed will return again one blithe day,
Under a pearl moon, twirling leaves wave goodbye,
Exuded fragrances thrill the scene of lovely disarray,
In the midst of red evening, leaves fall from the sky.


Written on 9/21/2022
For: Autumn Pantoum Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Caren Krutsinger
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Rodrigues Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 2:15 PM
Back with congratulations, Evelyn!
Buehler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 3:31 PM
Thanks, so much, Kim. :)
Kauffman Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 10:38 AM
Evelyn, autumn is truly a season of bountiful images of color for you - "red evening," "pearl moon," "pale stardust." I just love your word paintings! Congratulations on your win! So wonderful to share the podium with you. Blessings!
Buehler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 3:31 PM
I am thrilled to share the podium with you also, Sam. Your appreciation is heartwarming. Thanks. :) Kindest regards, Evelyn
Fowler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 6:50 AM
Hello dear Evelyn. I'm back with huge congratulations your win! hugs, Linda
Buehler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 8:11 AM
You have my deepest thanks, Linda. :)
Alex Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 5:11 AM
Indeed, Marvelous work on autumn in pantoum form. Congratulations!
Buehler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 8:11 AM
Thank you so much, Christuraj. :)
Miller Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 3:01 AM
Wonderful!
Buehler Avatar
November 8, 2022 at 8:12 AM
Thank you very much. :)
Kauffman Avatar
September 29, 2022 at 10:48 AM
Evelyn, how did I miss this gem in autumn's rainbow hues. Congratulations on your POTD! I love your "disarray" of autumn in stark contrast to the tidy gardens of spring, the rhythmic waves of summer, the barren sculptures of winter. Sending you blessings and a hug my friend! Enjoyed this very much.
Buehler Avatar
September 29, 2022 at 5:20 PM
Thank you so much for your delightful comment, dear friend. Your comments always bring smiles. I hope your weekend is a nice one! Evelyn :)
Gorelick Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 11:48 AM
Congratulations on your well-deserved POTD Evelyn! Robert
Buehler Avatar
September 28, 2022 at 2:30 PM
Thank you for your kind remarks, Robert. :)
Y. Avatar
September 27, 2022 at 7:45 AM
WoW! Evelyn, This is just beautiful! You have captured “ Autumn very well in your well-written piece. Congratulations on getting the poem of the day. It was well deserved. Have a great day - Alexis
Buehler Avatar
September 27, 2022 at 8:00 AM
It's so nice to read your lovely comment this morning. Thank you, Alexis.
Rodrigues Avatar
September 27, 2022 at 4:35 AM
Just beautiful! Congratulations on POTD, Evelyn!
Buehler Avatar
September 27, 2022 at 7:59 AM
Thank you so much, Kim.
Andresen Avatar
September 26, 2022 at 1:01 PM
- Congratulations on your p.o.t.d., Evelyn :) - Many particularly beautiful lines in this poem :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Buehler Avatar
September 26, 2022 at 2:56 PM
Many thanks for your kind words, Anne-Lise. hugs :)
M  Avatar
September 25, 2022 at 10:49 PM
You are the Queen of Nature and all that is natural and beautiful Evelyn! You write so eloquently. Congratulations Evelyn on your much deserved win of POTD! Debx
Buehler Avatar
September 26, 2022 at 10:39 AM
Words cannot convey my deep thanks for your kind compliments and congratulations. Blessings and hugs. :)
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September 23, 2022 at 7:42 PM
Lovely poetry in Pantoum form Evelyn, your words convey a beautiful autumnal picture in the mind of the reader. Congratulations on poem of the day… Belle
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 9:41 PM
I very much appreciate your inspiring, heartwarming remarks. Blessings. :)
Kitchin Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 7:03 PM
Evelyn, beautifully penned, congratulations on POTD!
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 9:38 PM
Thank you so much, dear Tania.
Nicole Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 6:33 PM
"Under a pearl moon, twirling leaves wave goodbye." Such a beautiful, yet tender moment. Yes, it's that time of year again, and I am reminded of Eccl chapter 3. "To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven." Your thoughts caress gently around me and my heart. Congratulations Evelyn, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. Hugs, Brandy
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 9:37 PM
Thank you so much for the joy of your touching remarks, Brandy. I love the Bible quote. I hope that you are blessed just as much. Hugs, Evelyn
Lawrence Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 5:53 PM
Evelyn , You captured the essence and emotions happening under a pearl moon . Classic and beautiful. Congratulations on POTD! Blessings, Susan :)
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 6:23 PM
Thank you so much for your very nice comments. Warmest good wishes. :)
Delaney Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 4:30 PM
Congratulations on you POTD. I knew this was a good one when I read it a day or 2 ago. Way to go. Suaz
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 4:55 PM
Thank you for your warm congratulations, Suaz. :)
Andresen Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 1:08 PM
- A beautiful autumn poem ... congratulations, well deserved p.o.t.d., Evelyn :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 4:18 PM
Thank you so much, Anne-Lise. So happy you enjoyed it. hugs and blessings :)
La France Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 12:27 PM
Evelyn, a beautiful Autumn poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, blessings
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 1:00 PM
Your kind words are very much appreciated. Evelyn :)
Anaya Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 11:37 AM
Congratulations on POTD Evelyn Judy Buehler!!! A breath taking goodby to migrations in flight, fancy gold leaves are the scenes, the scents of autumn, and with a love for the new season, your usual vibrant palette of delight! Enjoy your day! ~Anaya
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 12:59 PM
Thank you very much for the joy of your lovely comment. Blessings, Evelyn :)
Slaughter Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 11:34 AM
Some lovely autumnal imagery, Evelyn. Congrats on POTD and BOL in Caren's contest.
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 12:56 PM
Thank you very much for those kind sentiments, my friend. :)
Tor Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 11:19 AM
Evelyn I don't know how I missed this excellent Poetry from you. So glad I found to read. Milton was right it was worthy of POTD. Congratulations on this so perfectly beautiful Pantoun. You are a winner regardless of its placement in the contest. Again big CONGRATULATIONS!
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 11:54 AM
Thank you so much for the pleasure of your lovely comments, My friend. :)
George Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 9:30 AM
A beautiful poem on Autumn ! Congratulations on your well deserved POTD
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:22 AM
You have my warmest thanks, Valsa. :)
Wolf Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 8:37 AM
Hi, Evelyn. I just read this now, at 10:35 a.m. Chicago time... So I'm going to have to read it again before I go to sleep. Beautifully composed! Congrats on POTD, and have a wonderful weekend! Blessings, Gershon
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:20 AM
Thank you so much for your kind words, my friend. I will be smiling for some time now. :)
Hankins Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 8:09 AM
Evelyn, I told you it was worthy of a P.O.T.D., and here you are! Many congratulations for this honor for a really fine, beautiful piece of writing. I'm so proud of you!
Buehler Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 10:18 AM
Thank you so much for your confidence in me, and for your heartwarming appreciation. Your kind words are areal joy, Milton. :)
Baker Avatar
September 23, 2022 at 7:07 AM
A lovely Pantoum, Evelyn. As always, your use of imagery is eloquent. Great entry for the contest, shouldn't need luck. :-) Have a blessed day my friend. Bill
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