Autumn Encore

(captured 30 seconds of this majesty, to bring out in the winter months)

On camera I have captured

the last of ochre leaves,

on the long brushwood strands 

of the birch, whipped into a frenzy

by a boisterous gust.

Silver limbs creak, bend and shake,

rays of morning glory pour forth

like a spotlight

in the theatre of my garden.

My tree is bathed in gold,

her encore magnifique.

I stand and applaud

leaf fall heavy at my feet.

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

for me this is similar to applauding one who does "not go gentle into that good night"

maybe someone fighting a disease, gripping the tree of life until that last gust is just too much...but that person shows true color in the fight...like the maples in autumn.
love this piece

j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jacob and for your lovely response. I literally was applauding the magnificent beauty of what I saw. So pleased you enjoyed this one.

Chris

[Mrudula Rani]

You have Mother Nature doing her magic right in your garden! What a breathtakingly beautiful time it is for all those who have marked seasons! Our fall season is a little damp and that is a relief after the heat of summer.

[Chris Shaw]

I am very fortunate to have that magic so close to hand. Thank you dear M. I am also fortunate and count my blessings for your visits :)

Chris

[Mrudula Rani]

It's entirely my pleasure, C.

[Papaya]

Some scenes are so breathtaking that all you can do is stand and take it all in with awe and appreciation.
Your poem paints a wonderful picture.

[Chris Shaw]

You are so right Ana. It was one of those awe inspiring moments. Many thanks for your visit.

Chris

[Papaya]

you're welcome chris :)
my pleasure

[DIVYA]

Nature plays out it’s breathtaking drama in your garden. I love the silver and gold hues that Autumn takes on in its final bid to last out as long as it can. To die beautifully, to recede gracefully, to accept inevitable loss is a lesson we can learn from nature. A great poem, Chris!

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Divya for your generous review.

Chris

[DIVYA]

You’re welcome Chris :)

[augustus]

Despite the beauty of the colours of autumn, I still look forward to the warmth of summer and the pleasure it gives me. I do, however, like your prose.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks for your encouragement Augustus. Pleased to see you here.

Chris

[augustus]

You are very welcome, however, I'm more a story person than a poetry fan. I still like your style.

[Chris Shaw]

Then that makes me double pleased that you should wander into poetry.. Thank you :))

[john l smith]

Spring is wonderful, especially after a long cold winter, but the colors of Autumn, with all the shades of different colors, and the sun which is still willing and warm, are an amazing display
Nicely done

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Dave. Truly beautiful to look at. Lucky to capture the moment both on video and in writing.

[Lorry]

What a sight it must have been to behold, seeing the sun join in and add a touch of elegance to natures already impressive display. I wonder if you'll be tempted to rake them up and run through them kicking, before doing it like a grown up :)

[Chris Shaw]

It was a sight to behold and of course Lorry I love to kick those leaves, hear them rustle before I set the rake on them. The child in me never far away :)

[Sami Khalil]

What an encore that deserves repeated applause where beautiful imagery is captured in the celebration of this month magnifique. What falls will be one with the earth and what follows will dance in oneness with nature.

[Chris Shaw]

Many thanks Sami from a fellow nature lover.

Chris