"scenes of Fall"

Pumpkins carved and placed
a carpet of leaves scattered
the fall moon peaks through
as a cold brisk wind follows
to sounds of branches snapping.

smells of wood burning
carry through the air swiftly
filling the night sky
glimmering stars like candles
spread out over this evening.








Enchantment of Fall Tanka a Moment contest by Amy Green
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Dietrich Avatar
May 9, 2012 at 8:44 PM
wow, you said it all about FALL here, Michael. Much enjoyed this and congrats FINALLY on your big win in that contest!
Kendrick Avatar
May 7, 2012 at 2:18 PM
Enjoyed reading your excellent work..Congrats on your win..Sara
Brown Avatar
May 7, 2012 at 12:26 PM
Congratulations on your win in the "Enchantment of Fall" contest MJF. Love, Carol
Grisetti Avatar
May 7, 2012 at 11:31 AM
Your tanka makes me miss fall all over again. Florida does not have a true autumn season and I love the sights and sounds and scents your poem brings to mind.
Song Avatar
May 6, 2012 at 2:20 PM
I like this image of stars like candles and smells of wood burning...Your fall tanka is divine! Congrats Michael! A great way to top off your weekend! :) Gwendolen
Wilson Avatar
May 6, 2012 at 12:37 PM
congrats to you Michael for a lovely poem! love,Deb
Onclaud Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 7:37 AM
what a stunning read that captures the essnece of autmn, michael.. thank you for tour greetings on my page; much appreciated! warmest, nette
Sweetheart Avatar
November 8, 2010 at 5:57 AM
I will be right over with this lovely scene set so beautifully and cozy my W.K. .. luv the flow of each line creating the descriptive qualities of each.. a great time of year ..J.G. sends luv..
Semeniuk Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 4:27 PM
such wonderful imagery!
Devonshire Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 8:32 AM
You captured the sights as well as the feelings fall provides so well, Michael. Best wishes in Amy's contest! Love, Carolyn
Kendrick Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 7:03 AM
Good luck in the contest with this excellent work..May your gift expand and touch on the lives of many in a postive way in the years to come..Sara
Guzzi Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 7:02 AM
Love how you have more that one sense in this write, actually alot of haiku possibilities too! (Thanks Mike N.Stalker didn't even get a HM? Oh well sigh...) Light & Love
Hilliker Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 6:55 AM
You have penned a wonderful Tanka describing the enchantment of Fall. Best of luck in the contest!
Eckstein Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 6:54 AM
You are a great poet yourself. Great to have a new friend. Thanks for your comments always very wecome and nice. Have a great day . Debbie
M V Avatar
November 7, 2010 at 2:05 AM
this is beautiful,Michael. right piece for the contest
Neels Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 10:11 PM
Fabulous scene you have painted Michael. ;) Good luck for the contest. Btw got your mail and will reply ~ love Wilma
Culverhouse Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 6:45 PM
enjoyed reading your works!
Richards Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 6:13 PM
This is beautiful, Michael....makes me remember why I love this time of year so much...just lovely! ~ Carrie
Mehta Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 3:28 PM
Fine observation and nicely described with apt images, Good luck in the contest, Michael
Dietrich Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 3:18 PM
Gosh, this is so nice, Michael. I know one of the fall tanka contests was supposed to use three tanka. FYI, in case it was this one. Loved that last line!! andrea
Fraser Avatar
November 6, 2010 at 3:12 PM
Captured perfectly Michael, *wow* the fall sure brings out the gems in us. Good luck in Amy's contest >> James :)
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