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Upon the Ground

Upon the ground (To be sung to the tune of “As Time Goes By” from the movie “Casablanca”) In this October mist I know you must insist The leaves will fall around In colors right before your eyes Upon the ground The temperature will chill These sunny days so still A pumpkin patch you will be found They grow along a vine of green Upon the ground Pine cones and scarecrows Wreathes upon the gate Warm sugar cookies Resting on a plate Scarves plaid and woolen, oh we cannot wait For autumn’s wondrous sound The gardens now are bare Though still a smile we share This season always does astound Our footprints as we walk we leave Upon the ground For the: Change the Record Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Natasha L. Scragg

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Jan Allison

Date: 11/18/2021 2:00:00 PM

a joy to read Chris I love the original song and your lyrics, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 11/13/2021 7:10:00 AM

Back with "Congratulations" on this win. I love this beautiful write. Have a blessed day...................

John Watt

Date: 11/12/2021 11:43:00 PM

Lovely lyrics of the season set to a timeless classic. Big congrats for your top placement, Chris - well deserved.

Karen Jones

Date: 11/12/2021 6:43:00 PM

Back to say congrats on your 1st place win!

Natasha L Scragg

Date: 11/12/2021 11:37:00 AM

Dear Chris, congrats on your win. I loved how gentle this song was. It's in perfect sinc with your selected tune too. Thank you for taking part in the contest. A truly enjoyable entry. :-D Well Done!

Chris Green
Date: 11/15/2021 7:06:00 AM

Thank you so much Natasha. I am happy you liked it. It was fun contest to write for.

John Hamilton

Date: 10/7/2021 7:58:00 AM

Wow Chris this is a beauty, congrats on POTW, a deserved winner!

Chris Green
Date: 10/7/2021 2:33:00 PM

Thanks so much John. I appreciate you stopping by

Alexis Y.

Date: 10/5/2021 1:40:00 PM

WoW! Chris, You've penned a great entry for the contest. October is represented well in this lovely song. I can hear the melody in my head. Excellent job. Best wishes in the contest. Congratulations on getting the poem of the week it was well deserved:-) Alexis

Chris Green
Date: 10/7/2021 2:32:00 PM

Thank you my friend. I am happy you liked it.

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 10/5/2021 11:51:00 AM

A lovely song/poem for autumn Chris, congratulations on poem of the week… Belle

Chris Green
Date: 10/7/2021 2:32:00 PM

Thank you for your kindness

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 10/5/2021 11:37:00 AM

Oh so beautiful! Congratulations on your POTW. It's such a great song for October! BW ~ Mala

Chris Green
Date: 10/7/2021 2:32:00 PM

Thank you so very much.

Karen Jones

Date: 10/4/2021 7:37:00 PM

Fascinating how easily your words flow. Another great write! Good luck in the contest!

Chris Green
Date: 10/5/2021 9:15:00 AM

Thank you so very much Karen. I appreciate your visit and nice words.

Eve Roper

Date: 10/4/2021 9:32:00 AM

Wonderful imagery for the month of October, Chris.

Chris Green
Date: 10/4/2021 1:49:00 PM

Thank you so much Eve

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/4/2021 9:10:00 AM

You make the season come alive in vivid fall colors in this lovely lyrical poem Chris. I loved it! Congratulations on having it honored with POTW! Blessings xxoo