Autumn Equinox

10/5/2023

Hello blog friends,

I've arisen from a Covid slumber to share a poem. Colleen Chesebro asked her followers to write a seasonal poem using featured Kigo words. I couldn't resist her invitation and created a simple Haiku (5-7-5). I hope you enjoy it.

I wish you well, and hope you avoid this latest Covid variant. It's a doozy. ❤️

For more information, check out Colleen's website: 24 Seasons – Tanka Tuesday

38 Comments

Mae Clair link

10/5/2023 16:40:55

A lovely autumn haiku, Gwen. And I pray the worst of COVID is behind you. Take care, and get plenty of rest. Sending you well wishes and healing vibes! 💕

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:23:54

Thank you, dear Mae. Slowly but surely, the sun shines brighter. 🌞

Kerfe

10/5/2023 17:26:02

Bees do seem to get drunk on that sweetness!
I hope you feel better soon.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:24:19

Thank you so much, Kerfe. 😊

Vera Day link

10/6/2023 04:28:11

I'm so glad you're feeling better, Gwen! Fabulous haiku!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:24:49

Thank you, Vera. Much appreciated. . . 😊

Annette Rochelle Aben

10/6/2023 05:29:51

Close my eyes, and I can hear those corn stalks!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:25:57

I remember walking among the corn stalks as a child, and like you, Annette, I can hear the crackle. 😊

Jill link

10/6/2023 05:57:32

I'm relieved to hear you're feeling better, Gwen. I'll keep you in my prayers for continued healing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful haiku. xo

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:27:04

Thank you so much, dear Jill. This has been an eye opener for me. But, I'm feeling better. ❤️

Jan Sikes

10/6/2023 06:03:29

Rising like the Phoenix from the ashes! I'm so glad you are feeling some better, Gwen. I love the poem!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:27:34

Thanks so much, Jan. 😊

Marcia Meara link

10/6/2023 06:58:26

First of all, I"m so sorry you've been dealing with COVID, Gwen. I hope you are soon completely over it and feeling 100%! I've had something weird going on for almost two weeks, with an eye infection or allergy and congestion. I read that this version of COVID can cause eye issues, so now I don't know whether to get tested or just let it play out. My other symptoms are mild, so far. Man, I wish COVID would just leave us the heck alone!!!

Secondly, I love the haiku. You are so good at these types of poems, it's always a treat to read your work.

Last, hope you have a great day today, well on your way to full health again! ❤️🤗❤️

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:30:05

Thank you, dear Marcia. This was/is my first experience with Covid, and I hope it is the last. I know you have suffered with long Covid, and now I know first hand how miserable that can be. Blessings and love to you, dear friend. ❤️

Daniel antion link

10/6/2023 07:22:20

I'm glad to hear you are on the mend from the encounter with covid, Gwen. I hope the others in your family are recovering as well. Your poem is lovely. =Nice thoughts as we enter my favorite season.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 08:31:19

It's my favorite season as well, Dan, and the Northeast is an ideal area to admire the season's magic. Thank you for the kind words. 😊

John Howell link

10/6/2023 13:43:42

Lovely Gwen. Hope you are feeling better.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 15:22:18

Thank you, John. Day by day, I'm feeling better. 😊

Liz Gauffreau link

10/6/2023 15:13:13

I love your haiku! It captures the fall season in such an unexpected way. I hope you're over the worst of Covid.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2023 15:23:21

Thank you, Liz. I'm so glad you like the haiku. ❤️

Jade Li link

10/6/2023 16:41:34

I'm glad you're on the better side of Covid, Gwen. Good seasonal kigo combo.

Gwen M. Plano

10/7/2023 05:01:10

Thank you, Jade. Slowly but surely, I'm feeling better. ❤️

Jade Li link

10/8/2023 16:27:22

Tim Dittmer link

10/6/2023 18:11:45

Great haiku, Gwen! It says a lot to me. I hope you get through the COVID quickly.

Gwen M. Plano

10/7/2023 05:01:57

I'm much better, Tim. Thank you for the encouragement. And I'm so glad you liked the poem. 😊

Elizabeth link

10/7/2023 18:41:57

Hope you are feeling better! Beautiful poem, the bees are indeed in full season here too. Lots of them around, it's difficult to be outdoors.

Gwen M. Plano

10/8/2023 06:37:09

Thank you, Elizabeth. Slowly but surely, I'm regaining strength. 😊

Karen Ingalls

10/8/2023 06:16:47

Your beautiful poem and picture bring back fond memories of fall. Here in Florida, our fall months are cooler temps (in the high 70s to low 80s). I miss the smells and colors of the north. Thank you for a little time of nostalgia.

Gwen M. Plano

10/8/2023 06:38:27

Thanks so much, Karen. Sending hugs your way... 🤗

Robbie Cheadle

10/8/2023 06:41:42

Hi Gwen, I am sorry to hear you have Covid. I have also had it and it is horrid. You've produced a lovely poem despite your illness.

Gwen M. Plano

10/8/2023 13:17:59

Thanks so much, Robbie. I'm feeling better now, but it's been quite the challenge--as you know so well. 😊

Colleen Chesebro link

10/8/2023 11:50:45

Gwen, I hope you're on the mend. I've heard this new variant is horrible. Thanks so much for joining in. You haiku is perfect. Take care of yourself. 🧡

Gwen M. Plano

10/8/2023 13:19:23

Thank you, Colleen. I'm on the mend and day by day I'm getting stronger. All is well. 😊

willowdot21 link

10/9/2023 00:42:02

So much said in so few words, perfect 💜❣️

D. Wallace Peach link

10/9/2023 07:50:50

I'm so glad you've surfaced from your covid slumber, Gwen. It has a way of knocking us out for awhile. A beautiful poem with wonderful imagery. It speaks autumn.

D.L. Finn

10/9/2023 09:36:42

Beautiful, Gwen. Those bees are certainly active this time of year. I'm glad you are feeling a bit better. Sending healing hugs xo

Miriam Hurdle link

10/9/2023 19:49:22

I'm sorry to hear you got Covid, Gwen! I hope you'll get better and better quickly. I love you vivid haiku!

Melissa Lemay link

10/11/2023 22:39:58

Love your haiku. Hope you are feeling better!❤️🙏🏼

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