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October In Heaven

If I could choose my own Heaven it would be to bask in October’s sun. While resting on a back porch swing after my burdens are worked and done…

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Bill Baker

Date: 9/14/2023 2:50:00 PM

Reminds me of the simple life in the country, on my Uncle Bo's farm, Jerry. After a long day in the cotton fields, a cold iced tea and sitting in the porch swing was as good as it gets. Like your poem, it may be a glimpse of heaven here on earth. Have a good day, my friend. Bill

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 9/14/2023 5:01:00 PM

It's my retirement reality now. Hummingbirds, bull frogs, and sunsets. That's Heaven in my book.

Lin Lane

Date: 9/13/2023 8:20:00 PM

There’s nothing like relaxing on a back porch swing. When I lived in Colorado, I spent many hours on mine, enjoying the snow capped Mountain View. I also enjoyed your write, Jerry.

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 9/14/2023 5:29:00 PM

Thank you, Lin. I lived in Montana for 16 years and I get it. But I still prefer a Midwest Autumn. Have a wonderful day my friend.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/13/2023 6:35:00 PM

Heavenly!

Jerry Brotherton
Date: 9/14/2023 5:31:00 PM

I love a quiet rest in the rocker after a hard day's work. Better yet... let's forget about the hard day's work and go straight to the rocking chair.