The season’s storms may howl in protest,
shaking their fists against the marching
of time.
But onward it goes
as the tides ebb and flow,
and courting the damsel
whose fingers grow cold.
Hold onto your hat my friend,
for she tiptoes round the bend….
The Lady in Red
slips into bed
with fading Summer.
Seduces him so
that he eagerly lets go…
“Be kind,” whispers he
and ceases to be.
Can you feel the air becoming clear,
as her lovely Grace tiptoes ever near?
Rejoice!
(and get out the sweaters)
Fair Autumn is coming!!
Cheryl KP
Love your use of metaphors heralding the changing of seasons. The Lady in Red…I feel her approach. Absoutely lovely.
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Thank you. I am fascinted by the kaleidoscope of true Autumn, though we didn’t experience the full range of this in Louisiana. I do love the reds and yellows though. Beuaty in transformation. 😊
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You’re welcome.
Fall is my favorite season…refreshing to slip out of the heat after a long, hot, humid summer.
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Yes. And growing up it signaled the start of a new school year and fresh opportunity. Until the first day of class when all the same people were there! 😀
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Lol…yep. 🙂
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What a lovely poem. Thank you for sharing. I loved most the line where Summer whispers, “Be kind.” Perfect!
Of course, he wasn’t so kind–bugger! But that’s okay. We always have a soft spot for the passing season. But oh, how I love Autumn. You know, coming out of the heat of summer into a cold room is fine…of course it is. BUT coming out of the chill into a warm room with a small fire in the fireplace and coffee steaming…it just doesn’t get much better. So thanks again. Your poem brought a smile to my face. 🙂
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Thanks Paul for your lovely comment. It is indeed cozy to come from the chill and warm up in front of a glowing fire, sipping a hot drink. I love the sound of Winter. So quiet…
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Copy that! 🙂
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Favorite. Time. Of. Year!
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And love the poem!
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Thank you! So glad you liked it. I’m honored. 😊
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It is for many folks Kate.
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We still have hot weather in the forecast but I think you’re right Cheryl. It won’t last. Then again, the way you make it sound, maybe it’s not so bad.
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Appreciation. Anticipation. Acceptance. My mantra Dan. 😀
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We’ve had a couple of cooler days that reminded me autumn is on the way. Summer is not giving up though as the temps are supposed to climb into the 80’s this weekend and stay that way for a few days. Must make the most of it…
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Trust me, I prefer warmer weather. But there is no holding back ole Jack. Just wish Autumn could stick around awhile longer. It was always my favorite time of year. New beginnings….
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Wool sweater, and tall boots will soon be what I’m wearing, but, oh how I dread the shorter days! I wish we had Autumn with longer days. We change the clocks here in Calif. I wish we didn’t!
I loved your poem!
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Thanks! Reason #6 in “why I love Costa Rica”. No Daylight Savings Time”. Sun up at 4:30 and down by 6.
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Hate Hate Hate Changing the Clocks…. pick one time, thank you.
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Agreed.
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+1 Katie! That’s how I feel too.
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