Home » Poems » Bill Baker » The Last Days of Autumn

Bill Baker | + Follow Poet |

The Last Days of Autumn

Poet's Notes

(Show)

Become a Premium Member and post notes and photos about your poem like Bill Baker.

Colorful Falling Leaves with Sunlight Stock Photo - Image of falling ...

It was a mild autumn day far enough from summer’s heat awaiting winter’s cold bite The brilliant shafts of sunlight ignited the vibrant colors of autumn’s falling leaves I watched them as they fell tumbling down all around me Like outrageously large confetti every color from vivid scarlet to warm brown I ran through the leaves tossed them in the cool air then sat amongst them on the ground Autumn was here a feeling of joy came upon me a smile crept across my face

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Lisa Ricci

Date: 1/14/2024 4:54:00 AM

Hello Bill. Good Morning. I consider myself to be a better reader than writer so I know poetry when I see hear and read it and this is poetry and poetic. Truly it is. I love the theme which is picturesque through your words with lasting imagery. You start us on a positive journey with your opening line. Thank you for sharing your skilled talent. Have a beautiful day. Love Peace and Blessings always to you and Sara. (smiles)

Bill Baker
Date: 1/15/2024 6:13:00 PM

Thanks for the visit and comments, Lisa. It was a fun day. I hope all is well, my friend. Soup Mail if you ever need someone to talk to. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Hilo Poet

Date: 12/14/2023 7:25:00 AM

Very nice, Bill, starting off with the contrasting seasons, and plethora of tranquil settings, and pleasant attributes of the moment realized. Aloha, William

Bill Baker
Date: 12/14/2023 5:56:00 PM

Thanks for the thoughts on my poetry, William. Aloha, Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/13/2023 6:59:00 AM

Splendid autumn imagery, Bill. Much enjoyed.

Bill Baker
Date: 12/13/2023 2:23:00 PM

Thanks, Vijay. Have a nice day, my friend. Bill

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 12/13/2023 6:08:00 AM

The brilliant shafts of sunlight ignited the vibrant colors…I feel the pure joy of your poem! Nice one, Bill!

Bill Baker
Date: 12/13/2023 2:34:00 PM

Not much imagery compared to the masters of imagery here on "The Soup". It's just the way I see things, colorful for me. :-) Smiles ~ Blessings, Kim. Bill

Ink Empress

Date: 12/13/2023 1:18:00 AM

This is one of my most fave poems written by you bill, absolutely stunning and so very descriptively moving. So many lines stood out for me and as i read this i felt like i can see autumn through your well articulated lines. So beautiful. Especially love “ Like outrageously large confetti every color from vivid scarlet to warm brown” how gorgeous’ “ I ran through the leaves tossed them in the cool air” soul warming and touching. A very autumnal poem. And the picture goes so well. Definite Fave

Bill Baker
Date: 12/13/2023 2:38:00 PM

I had to write one more Autumn poem before winter hits Texas for real, Ink. Thanks for your personal comments and the FAV, my friend. Light and Love, Bill

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/13/2023 12:22:00 AM

Sadly our autumn has passed by and cold winds and rain has replaced it. Tom

Bill Baker
Date: 12/13/2023 2:39:00 PM

It's coming Friday here in Texas, along with hot chocolate and warm blankets, Tom. Have a great week, my friend. Bill