Written for Living Poetry. Bartholomew
asks us to write an autumn poem, using
the words “autumn”, “bright”, and
“island” and this image for inspiration.
The crimson forest bends to greet the shore,
Mirroring a bright and amber glow,
As autumn paints the island evermore,
In quiet ripples drifting soft and slow.
NAR©2026
This is “Autumn Leaves” by Eric Clapton
Everything on The Elephant’s Trunk was created by me, unless otherwise indicated, and may not be used without permission. Thanks for your consideration. NAR©2017-present.
What a beautiful poem and I love the music that goes with your post! Please, add your linky anytime to 4M when you share music, if you want. Have a blessed weekend, Nancy!
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Thanks very much!
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Very nice, Nancy. Thanks for writing to my three-word prompt and Merry Autumn!
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A pleasure, Bartholomew. Thanks, and Happy Autumn to you!
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Lovely image
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Thanks Glyn. My poem was inspired by the beautiful image chosen by our host, Bartholomew
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The image of the crimson forest mirroring an amber glow across quiet ripples is so serene! Pairing it with Eric Clapton’s ‘Autumn Leaves’ makes reading it such a peaceful, atmospheric experience. Beautiful response to the prompt, Nancy!
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Thanks very much! So pleased you enjoyed the poem and the music.
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Your poem and artwork are sublime Nancy xoxo
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Ooh, I like sublime, Lisa! Thanks so much! 🥰
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That’s Autumn! Lovely, Nancy.
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Thanks, dear Keith! 🍂
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Beautiful photo and poem dear sis
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Thanks very much, dear sis 🥰
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You’re very welcome
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Soothing tone. Thank you for this share, writer Nancy. 🎶
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My pleasure. So pleased you enjoyed it, Michele.
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Nice flow!
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Thanks, Ron. Glad you think so!
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Ah yes, ‘Forever Autumn’ by Lake of Tears, to go with the fabulous Eric Clapton song, my dear friend …
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Thank you, my dear friend, for a lovely soundtrack and for your always very special comments 🎶🥰💙
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Always my musical pleasure my dear friend 🎶🥰🌏
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This is spectacular. You described the wonder of autumn in such beautiful and magical words.
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Thank you! I’m so pleased you enjoyed my poem.
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Beautifully written. 🍂✨ You capture autumn’s quiet magic so wonderfully the changing colors, gentle melancholy, and sense of reflection that comes with the season. There’s something deeply peaceful and nostalgic in your words. 🍁🤎
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Lovely comments, Mihran. Living in New York, we are lucky to experience all four seasons. Autumn is a beautiful time of year. Thanks for sharing your wonderful feedback.
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