The Coming of Fall

The Coming of Fall ~ Crape myrtle highlights in chartreuse diversions, oak tree decisions along brittle stem Maple leaf push pins and ash scented postcards Autumn approaches, its fingers to send Northern now breezes as petals start falling, blending the colors of October dreams Days count much shorter and windows are open, change in direction a’ dance on the streams Standing behind me now caught in the mirror, reflections of summer and hummingbird song Leaves painted softer in patterns of wishes, butterfly tickles may happen along Warm apple cider and scarves plaid and woolen, hang from the pegs in the entryway hall Come again welcomes on echoes of sunlight, send out the greeting, the coming of fall
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Robinson Jr. Avatar
October 2, 2018 at 7:30 PM
Very creative imagery of autumn bliss, Chris. Such a beautiful, well-written poem, my dear friend. Your ink shines golden always. Love and smiles always.
Sands Avatar
October 1, 2018 at 6:35 PM
A beautiful, comforting , welcome to fall. Thank you :)
Green Avatar
October 2, 2018 at 8:13 AM
Thank you Heidi for always being so nice to me with your wonderful comments.
Blade Avatar
October 1, 2018 at 1:31 PM
Aww Chris this is so beautiful! Thought I'd pop in for a second to see what everyone's been up to. Makes me hope for sweater weather! Have a good day Chris!
Green Avatar
October 2, 2018 at 8:12 AM
Hey there Iris, it is so nice to see you again. Thanks so much for your kind thoughts.
Dietrich Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 2:52 PM
gorgeous writing. one of the best autumnal poems I have seen lately, Chris.
Green Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 8:50 AM
Thank you Andrea, that is high praise coming from a fantastic poet like you.
Rose  Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 1:32 PM
if I didn't know you better I'd swear you were a painter of words, I love this
Green Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 8:50 AM
Thank you so much Pixie Dust, what a nice thing to say
Ricci Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 1:14 PM
Hello Chris. Your words are so poetically sound. Fall is my favorite time of year and where I sit I get to experience her. You have captured her essence and beauty. Have a wonderful afternoon. May this day find you well. The coming of fall can keep coming each and every day as far as I'm concerned.
Green Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 8:49 AM
Thank you so very much my friend. Your kindness is always a bright spot in my day.
Warrior Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 12:25 PM
You've just described a Norman Rockwell painting...superb writing Chris...did anyone tell you that you can be a poet when you grow up lol...love & art...^WW^
Green Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 12:41 PM
Hey, I'll try to remember that...if I ever grow up. : ) Thanks so much my friend.
Watson Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 10:10 AM
I so enjoyed reading this, Chris. I found myself reading the first two lines of each stanza to the melody of 'raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens' from 'The sound of music'!
Green Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 12:41 PM
Thank you so very much Wendy, that really makes me smile. Did you know that your comments are always "A few of my favorite things?" :)
Daniel Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 9:27 AM
A wonderful welcome to fall, Chris:)
Green Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 9:32 AM
Thank you Jo for always being so kind to me
Krampe Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 7:13 AM
Great welcome to fall, Chris. I am so glad it has finally gotten cooler; fall is my favorite season here.
Green Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 9:32 AM
Thanks so much Agnes, I feel the same way
Wanter Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 6:32 PM
Chris-style fall. Beautiful.
Green Avatar
September 27, 2018 at 9:32 AM
Thank you so very much my friend.
Onclaud Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 3:10 PM
a blaze of a write, chris... your autumn enthrals!...huggs
Green Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 5:22 PM
Thank you so very much Nette
Hamilton Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 12:21 PM
Echoes of sunlight brilliant, nicely done Chris!
Green Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 5:21 PM
Thanks so much my friend
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