Colors, spirited in autumn array
roar out to us acknowledgement
that winter soon will be whooshing in
with callow shadows and chill
But don’t despair, dear one,
autumn is a lucid whisper
that all of life is mortal
that all of nature turns
Beauty is enhanced when we
accept its ephemeral nature
let us treasure these transient tones
and prepare for inner quiet
Photo of Firefighter’s Park in Troy, MI is from my personal collection.
Wind Rush 
“lucid whisper” – love it!
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Thank you, V.J. That was one of my last edits to this poem. I was hoping it would balance the roar of the colors. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
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My pleasure, LuAnne.
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You captured the positive energy of the seasonal change!
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Thank you, Heather. I am so enjoying this season and hoping I will be prepared for winter. I live in Michigan and we can have very cold, icy, long winters. But there is much to enjoy about that season as well. Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.
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It was a pleasure to read, as we have been struck with snow and icy winds today! Autumn in Michigan can be so lovely!
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Beautiful. I hope you are well. Love Yvette
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Thank you, Yvette. Yes, I am well. Hope you are also.
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Lovely!
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Beautiful writing & the photo is incredible!
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Thank you for your kind words, Lisa. The photo was taken at the park where I often take my walks; it’s only about a quarter mile from my home. I love watching the seasonal changes there as well as the bird migration. I bought my house specifically to be near that park. Glad you stopped by.
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We don’t have the seasons so I always can appreciate the changes through others photography. Thanks for posting it. 😊
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