Fashionable Fall

Fashionable Fall flaunts her lustrous leaves,
catwalks flowing flora with earnest ease.
Haunting lullabies from the quaking trees
cast chilling currents from mountain to keys.

Dancing diamonds of glistening glow
show skies with promise of soon-to-be snow.
Sunrises and sunsets are a fireworks show
scattering the stars like dice in a throw.

Gowns of complementary colors trace
ribboned harvest fields at riotous pace.
Swirling with natural, elegant grace,
her glamor failing and fast losing face.

Tattered trees largely stripped bare of their clothes
leave a psychedelic pathway that flows.
With each rowdy breeze, it gustily blows,
and turns pale snozzle to a reddened nose.

With stinging, shallow breath and crimson cheeks
embrace lacy lakes and mountains’ paling peaks
till Winter steals through Fall and solemnly seeks
favor for upcoming ice-hearted weeks.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Daniel Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:24 PM
Wow! Truly unique word choices that bring the scenes to life!!
Fowler Avatar
October 3, 2023 at 7:21 AM
You are awesome Jo. Your words are so supportive and encouraging. Thank you! hugs Linda :)
Mitra Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 11:50 AM
I stay in a country where never seen fall or snow. Yet visualized through poetic creations ...This one is a unique piece, fashion show of nature...all metaphors suit this fancy poem. a beauty
Fowler Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 12:01 PM
Your kind visit and comment is much appreciated. I am pleased it brought some images to your mind. :)
Pandit Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 7:50 AM
Beautiful imagery throughout, Linda. Much enjoyed the upbeat voice of your poem.
Fowler Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 11:41 AM
Your supportive words are welcomed Vijay. I am pleased and encouraged. :)
Fernandez-Garcia Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 1:32 PM
"Dancing diamonds of glistening glow show skies with promise of soon-to-be snow". How beautiful words....! At least there is still the snow where you live. Enjoy it when it happens. Wonderful poem Linda. Have a nice weekend!
Fowler Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 11:40 AM
Hi Maria. We seldom have snow where I live, at least not snow that is feet-deep. It melts quickly here as well. Ice and freezing temps seem to be the norm. LOL Thanks for your kind comments! :)
Sands Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 9:17 AM
Wow! This is superb. So happy I saw this today. A Fave for me :)
Fowler Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 11:38 AM
Hello my friend Heidi! Many thanks for stopping by and reading. I am glad you found it pleasing. And a fav - I'm honored! :)
Turner Avatar
September 28, 2023 at 5:51 PM
This is extremely well written and very engaging to read. Great job, Alice! Hoping you are well:)
Fowler Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 7:05 AM
Ah my dear Daniel. Your visit is warmly welcomed and your words thoughtful and encouraging. Many thanks my friend. All well here, as I trust the same is for you.
Kauffman Avatar
September 28, 2023 at 11:28 AM
Wonderful, fresh imagery, terrific lyrical alliteration and beautiful rhythmic cadence all wrapped up in a fashion show, Linda. If this is for a contest, it is a wonderful entry! Blessings of autumn joy to you as your words have blessed my heart today!
Fowler Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 6:58 AM
Hi Sam. I am humbled by your words and appreciate your visits so much! I'm encouraged and inspired today! :)
Empress Avatar
September 28, 2023 at 10:43 AM
“Dancing diamonds of glistening glows” love that line the most, i love dancing diamonds and this write too flows with such exquisite imagery and alliterations. Stunning
Fowler Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 6:57 AM
You're the best Inky! Thanks for your thoughtful and encouraging words! hugs :)
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