Autumn in the Country
Just a change of pace to break up the monotony. I got started too late to get the regular story going. I just thought that you might enjoy something new.
Autumn in the Country belongs to the following groups:
! Creative Writing & Poetry !, Core [C.O.R.E], Nirvana (Only 1 photographic art and 1 written work will be accepted per day ) and The World As We See It , or as we missed it.Wind blows softly against the trees
As the sun gently warms the air in autumn
The stream sings a welcoming melody
For the deer to come sip its chilled waters
Out in the meadows where tall grasses grow
Animals both big and small ready for winter
As the clouds roll in for an afternoon shower
Crisping the air for the night’s chill ahead
In the distance spotted houses appear
With the smells of supper and fresh baked pies
And sounds of laughter whisper in the breeze
As children dash inside to nest in the warmth
The night quietly engulfs the darkened sky
Softly lit by the stars and a full moon above
All is quiet except the hooting of owls
Bidding a goodnight to the world outside
Teacup
Just so evocative of the days drawing in, shortening and preparing for the winters arrival. Beautiful JR. xx
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Teacup. I really appreciate your comment.
JaneSolomon
Enchanting JR. Truly beautiful….I was a child again and I could smell my Aunt’s wonderful cooking and warm hearth. To me there is nothing more magical than the hooting of owls. xxx
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Jane. I was hoping to evoke some memories.
Esther Boshoff
Somehow it also reminded me of my childhood – when all seemed so simple, peaceful and ordered….
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Esther. I’m glad it brought back memories of good times.
Kristin Reynolds
oh, JR, this is so lovely. you have painted a gorgeous picture here.
love, K xo
JRGarland replied
Many thanks K. I try to paint a peaceful place for others to relax and enjoy for a while.
Matt Roberts
Nice :)
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Matt. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
autumnwind
Your imagery so beautiful, peaceful and soothing. A comforting write of the season. This is a splendid change indeed. Your poetry is wonderful. xoxoxo
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Shar. Just the image I wanted to convey. Life brings enough hardships, I thought I should counter it with a gentler scene to view.
bluewhite
So many images/memories in one evening poem. Unbelievably beautiful and serene. Now I want to go to sleep, but I just got up!!!
JRGarland replied
LOL. Many thanks bw. Life needs an oasis of beauty to balance the dregs of reality.
linmarie
oh,, the sounds,sights and smells of autumn,, you did a wonderful descriptive writing,, a fav. for me,, love it,,, linmarie
JRGarland replied
Many thanks linmarie. I’m glad you got so much out of it.
Robin Monroe
This just warms the heart and soul….so very beautiful:)
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Robin. I’m glad you enjoyed it so.
valzart
w0w! great prose sweetheART wonderfully written ;} happy hippy hugglez
JRGarland replied
Many thanks valzart. I love your “happy hippy hugglez.” It’s such a blessing.
Pamela Phelps
Aha! Alas, I see you have found the wondrous flavors of Autumn! So well spoken my friend!
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Pamela. The peacefulness is all around if we just open our eyes to it. What you seek you shall find.
Rhinovangogh
ZEN!
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Jerry. That’s the greatest complement yet. It says so much.
valzart
Aww plz call me Val hun ;}xo
JRGarland replied
Many thanks. I will definitely call you Val. Much easier to write and remember. LOL
Charma Chircop
the darkened sky softly lit by the stars..so beautiful,,going to my favs—Charma
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Charma. It does paint a picture doesn’t it. Thanks for the fav.
Rhenastarr
An enchanting, peaceful read. My favorite time of year.
JRGarland replied
Mine too. Many thanks Rhena.
Christie Moses
This is pure beauty and magic JR. I found myself right there feeling everything. Such an echo of your wonderful heart xoxo
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Christie. Sharing it is the best part.
Quinn Blackburn
Enchanting wordcrafting
:) wishing you laughter
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Quinn. It’s a pleasure to create an escape from the day to day life.
Jan Landers
you really took me there…painting the spirit of autumn with your words….beautifully done….
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Jan. I’m glad you got so much out of it.
hsien-ku
oh this is so beautiful – i could see it all, the deer, the rolling clouds, the smell of pies and then the long night of stars… you are a magician!
JRGarland replied
Many thanks hsien-ku. That’s such a delightful complement. I really appreciate it.
warmsoul
Beautiful imagery. I could almost smell the fresh baked pies. Thankyou JR for warming my heart.
JRGarland replied
Many thanks warmsoul. I was hoping to be able to agress the senses.
RosaCobos
If you have around such environ..
it is a paradise, John.
And if you have it inside your soul,
is a fountain of peace and encounter.
For us too…having cement and more cement around.
And kneeling to see the grass sprout appearing with fierceness,
from a solitary pore of that so grey city’s skin.
Rosa (great ..so sensible, John)
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Rosa. Fortunately I do live in the country. I wanted to share some of it with everyone.
Jason Sinner
I love this one, makes me feel good inside.
JRGarland replied
Many thanks Jason. That’s what I was hoping for.
Abhishek2 about 15 hours ago
Beautiful writing!!!
JRGarland replied about 10 hours ago
Many thanks Abhishek2. I really appreciate you.