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Steppin' Out

Salmon skies rise in the peripheral east
Steely clouds linger then slowly dissipate
Nightfall wanes, as the wide blue canvas brightens
Light lifts the mood, on a summer’s day we’ll feast
In afternoon’s heated blanket we’re caressed
Umbrella blooms shade, mint perfume they release                                                                    
Skin tones burn colors from an artist’s palette,
an array of browns from bronze to tawny yeast
As mountain trails call, when monarchs migrate
As the wide blue canvas brightens, nightfall wanes
Steppin' out to engage the dusty trail beast

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Duke Beaufort Date: 8/3/2024 10:08:00 AM Anaya, a lovely image and picture so nicely integrated. It makes me think about the passage of each day and how it can be enjoyed with the right perspective. You are a real joy to read and you make me smile!! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 8/10/2024 3:06:00 AM This form was a challenge, Duke I had the pleasure of stepping out on many hikes, loved the beauty of nature that surrounds us. TY for your visit & kindness xo

Victor Buhagiar Date: 8/1/2024 1:03:00 AM Brilliant composition with such a complicated rhyme scheme. Well done. Best for a win. xx Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 8/1/2024 9:55:00 AM TY, Victor! xo

Len Gasun Date: 7/28/2024 7:14:00 PM An outstanding imagery and poetry my dear poet friend Anaya.God makes all of this beautiful things Thank you so much for sharing! I'm so delighted to read it today. Congratulations belatedly on a well-deserved POTD! God bless you always and your writings. Hugs Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/29/2024 9:54:00 AM Len, God is good always! TY for your uplifting comment, I appreciate your visit, don't be a stranger ...~xhugs love!

Hilo Poet Date: 7/28/2024 6:26:00 PM Well crafted words from the start, Anaya, as it captivates the soul lost in redolent essence emanating from a kaleidoscopic dye that its resin slips into - my list of Faves. My compliments on your POTD, my friend. Aloha William Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/29/2024 9:50:00 AM William, your comment and fave has lifted my spirit! TY~xhugs

Brandy Nicole Date: 7/28/2024 5:22:00 PM When ' Salmon skies rise ' and then ' steely clouds linger, ' that's a moment to behold, indeed. A masterpiece that has been created by our Creator. Your thoughts touch my heart, Anaya. We need to be outdoors at different times, so we can embrace the beauty. Congratulations my sweet friend, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 6:08:00 PM Brandy, thank you for such kind words! I appreciate you very much!~xo

Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 7/28/2024 4:14:00 PM Congratulations, Dear Anaya, on your POTD - so well-deserved! Lovely use of images and colour - a wonderful painting with words! Love ~ Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 6:07:00 PM Thank you, Mala! I appreciate that so much. ~xo

Eve Roper Date: 7/28/2024 3:08:00 PM A bright painting you've created on your canvas, congratulations on POTD on this beauty. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 3:39:00 PM Eve, TY! I am grateful for your comment ~xhugs

Kim Rodrigues Date: 7/28/2024 1:16:00 PM Lovely poem laced in colors and perfume. Congrats on POTD! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 2:15:00 PM Kim, TY! I appreciate it ~xhugs

I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 1:01:00 PM Millions of Monarch Butterflies migrate from Canada to Mexico every late summer! Visit Monarch Migration Groves on Multiple Outings. On foot and horseback, enter the remote fir forests of Mexico's Central Highlands, where millions of monarch's roost in protected sanctuaries each winter. Help them ... by leaving out milkweeds' it's a long and hot trail. TY PS administration for the honor of POTD! Login to Reply

Ink Empress Date: 7/28/2024 11:57:00 AM Back with congratulations on your potd sweet anaya! Well deserved! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 12:38:00 PM TY Empress, your kind reviews and light are always welcome and appreciated. xhugs~Anaya

Christina Bowring Date: 7/28/2024 10:09:00 AM Dear sweet Anaya - hooray for POTD with this stunning write. I love this! So many gorgeous lines - love the skilled, artistic use of imagery and colour. ‘ Umbrella bloom shades, mint perfume they release. Wow! Tommy’s comments were spot on - a winner! You beautifully drew the reader in and then back out as we ‘ stepped out’ with you. Many well deserved congratulations and hugs my lovely xx :):) Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 12:33:00 PM Christina TY! Your endearing comments and support mean so much to me. TY again, my poetess friend ~xhugs

Robert Gorelick Date: 7/28/2024 9:48:00 AM As I do daily step out to greet and engage in natures generous bounty, your words are bound to encourage others as well. Well done. Congratulations on POTD! My best, Robert Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 12:36:00 PM Robert, never stop steppin' out, it keeps us grounded and keeps our girly figure, hahah and you handsome! TY~cheers to the Hills and hard hikes on the dusty trails!

Paula Goldsmith Date: 7/28/2024 8:41:00 AM Congratulations on your POTD  win. Your "Steppin' Out" is a lovely write for a lovely butterfly picture. I wish I had your picture. Have a blessed day/week................................ Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:12:00 AM What a surprise! Paula, thank you, I'm honored xhugs~Anaya

Nancy Kaufman Date: 7/28/2024 8:29:00 AM Dear Anya, What a lovely picture you paint with this penning, such wonderful visual images of summer. You brought the heat in this POTD. Enjoyed and blessings to you.. Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:15:00 AM Nancy, it's Anaya, but I like Anya. I'm taken aback! TY~103 degrees-I had on my mind! xhugs~Anaya

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart Date: 7/28/2024 7:40:00 AM Congratulations on POTD! Gorgeous poem. xomo Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:17:00 AM Maureen, good to see you back! TY for your kind words. xhugs~Anaya

Daniel Henry Rodgers Date: 7/28/2024 7:31:00 AM Dear Anaya, wonderfully intriguing POTD! You make me want to celebrate life’s transitions, the beauty of nature, and to embrace new experiences. Such a great encouragement! I will venture beyond my comfort zones and engage with the world around me more. Congrats! - Blessings and hugs, My Dear Friend, Daniel Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:20:00 AM Daniel, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to encourage steppin' out into the great outdoors, at whatever the season dictates. TY and blessings to you ~xhugs, Anaya

Gershon Wolf Date: 7/28/2024 7:10:00 AM Beautiful rhyming! Congrats on POTD, Anaya! ~ Gershon Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:22:00 AM Gershon, TY you, take a stroll along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan for me! ;)

Joseph May Date: 7/28/2024 5:16:00 AM Congrats on POTD, Very nicely done Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:26:00 AM Joseph, TY! I'm grateful for your visit and kind words ~

Tom Woody Date: 7/28/2024 5:03:00 AM Can I pick a winner or can I pick a winner? Congrats Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:28:00 AM Tommy, TY for reading and your constant support, it means a lot to me ~xhugs

Mike Gentile Date: 7/28/2024 5:01:00 AM Anaya, your imagery is sublime! Magnificent lines really capture the awesome beauty of nature!! Congratulations on your POTD honors!!! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:31:00 AM Good to see you Mike. TY, Emile's abracadabra contest is a challenge. I appreciate your kind visit! ~xhugs Anaya

Constance La France Date: 7/28/2024 4:55:00 AM Anaya, a lovely poem and congratulations on receiving the POEM OF THE DAY honor, Constance Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:33:00 AM Good to see you Constance and TY for the lovely comment! xhugs~Anaya

Unseeking Seeker Date: 7/28/2024 3:24:00 AM How picturesque! Feels like we are there with you. Warmest congratulations on POTD Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:35:00 AM TY Unseeking Seeker, it means so much that you are here with support :) xhugs

Karen Jones Date: 7/28/2024 1:32:00 AM Anaya congratulations on your awesome potd! I love the mention of colors and how uniquely beautiful this is! Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:36:00 AM Sweet Karen, TY for all of your support, you are very kind xhugs~Anaya

David Kavanagh Date: 7/28/2024 1:19:00 AM Congratulations Anaya on a quiet beautiful POTD, your fabulous poem will brighten up a lot of tired eyes this Sunday morning, from the focal point to the periphery you bring it all together perfect to complement and interpret the work of art, Top poem, cheers David Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/28/2024 9:40:00 AM David, my friend, TY for the kind compliment, it was a challenge for the abracadabra contest. Your top comment brings me joy. Stay cool, the heat is on here ~xhugs Anaya

Ink Empress Date: 7/27/2024 10:40:00 AM Wow this is breathtaking! Your poem, picture and use of colors to deliver something so descriptive is so very impressive and shows what an artistic soul you are dear anaya! Love the alliterations too! This one is a fave for me and i have a feeling emile will love this. Im fascinated by this form and would like to try but not sure if i can rhyme today or tomorrow haha. You however nailed it! Well done: best wishes Login to Reply I Am Anaya Date: 7/27/2024 12:27:00 PM I'm so glad you are here to review my latest, dear poetess. You have put a smile on my face! TY TY! :)

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