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Hints of Autumn

Hints of Autumn The air kisses night with a chill As if summer forgets herself In scarlet sunsets reveries And ignores crickets whispered hints. Summer days grow shorter still as The air kisses night with a chill When seconds race against the sun Bearing clues of gold autumn tide. Misty veils hide her fading smile In amber red instead of green The air kisses night with a chill Thick dew waits to ice orange pumpkins In maize afternoons summer dreams Her autumn bridegroom takes her hand To lead through blue frosty dawns when The air kisses night with a chill. 8-16-22 Contest: Hint of Autumn Sponsor: Regina McIntosh

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Brian Sambourne

Date: 8/29/2022 1:14:00 PM

The personification of Summer and Autumn is truly inspired. Congratulations on penning such an engaging write on transitional seasons as Summer slips her arms into the waiting grip of Autumn. Sincerest regards, Brian

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/19/2022 5:20:00 PM

My Dearest Rhyme Time Friend, I am enthralled by the cool nip felt in the late Summer splendor of your beautiful poem. I love the transition of Summer to Fall and your plush pen spills lush imagery that enchants and melts my heart. "The air kisses night with a chill" and "Misty veils hide her fading smile" and "In maize afternoons summer dreams" -- just a few gems here that deftly defines late August so exquisitely captured in the depths of your brilliant artistry. Your talent outshines summer herself, my sweet poetry sis! Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes sent on the crickets' evening song.. ~Susan

Jim Slaughter

Date: 8/19/2022 10:39:00 AM

Methinks this piece "hints" at a very high placement in the contest, Sam. BOL!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/19/2022 11:28:00 AM

Jim, thank you! Got my fingers crossed. Thanks for your visit! Always fun to share a few minutes with you. Blessings!

Janice Canerdy

Date: 8/19/2022 7:39:00 AM

Sam, you have skillfully penned a beautiful, vividly descriptive poem about the glories of autumn. Much enjoyed. Janice

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/19/2022 9:16:00 AM

So glad you enjoyed this autumnal reflection on the coming season. As the last days of summer slip into memory, there is something to look forward to as fall approaches. Thank you for your visit and lovely compliments! Blessings!

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/18/2022 10:54:00 AM

Wow!! I enjoyed reading this one which is making me think of the pleasure of autumn that is waiting for us in a few weeks. Delightful. Reads like a good contender for the contest to me. Way to go. Your visit to my page was delightful. Sara

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/19/2022 9:14:00 AM

Sara, many, many thanks! I have to admit I have a hard time letting go of all of the delights of summer but I also have to admit I do love autumn with her promises of color, delicious foods, harvest bounty, impending holidays and the magic spell she casts on the world. Sending you all of the blessings of the seasons!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/18/2022 1:36:00 PM

Sara, many, many thanks! I have to admit I have a hard time letting go of all of the delights of summer but I also have to admit I do love autumn with her promises of color, delicious foods, harvest bounty, impending holidays and the magical spell she casts on the world. Sending you all the blessings of the seasons with gratitude!

Valsa George

Date: 8/16/2022 9:23:00 PM

There is such a cool feel to your poem with hints of Autumn ! This is just in keeping with the changes at the fag end of summer ! The air is the one thing first affected by the change. The sultry air changes into cool air and then ensues all other changes ! I am sure this will have a top place in the winner's list ! All the Best dear Sam.

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/17/2022 9:57:00 AM

Thank you so much Valsa! I am truly honored by your lovely message! You are so right there is an order to the way things change as fall approaches and summer wanes. I felt that first change in the air the other night - that signal of change to come - that hint! So happy you enjoyed this poem. Thanks for standing with me to enjoy the cool air and changing colors. Blessings to you dear friend!

Eve Roper

Date: 8/16/2022 7:11:00 PM

Autumn, is sure a welcoming time to enjoy a different earthly color and coolness. Enjoyed reading.Good luck in the contest. Many blessings friend

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/17/2022 9:47:00 AM

Thank you so much my friend! More and more I realize the distinct line between summer and autumn in nature, in our activities, even in our foods! Gone the salads of summer replaced by comfort food of stews and cider! So glad you enjoyed this poem. Even though I hate letting go of summer, I do love fall. Sending you blessings of cooler nights and a kaleidoscope of color.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/16/2022 1:43:00 PM

best one I read. YOu gave yourself more leeway for spectacular imagery by not having it rhyme, but it's perfectly fine not to rhyme quatern. I think that I saw that in the rules, which was new for me!

Sam Kauffman
Date: 8/16/2022 2:01:00 PM

Many, many thank you's Andrea! I had to read the requirements for a quatern several times just to make sure it didn't have to rhyme. That was also news for me! Had fun with autumn imagery which is so different from spring and summer - a real about face! I enjoyed your entry! All the best for the contest!