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Autumn's silence

6/1/2020

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Author Suzanne Burke invites writers to respond to her "Fiction in a Flash Challenge" by creating a story or a poem inspired by the image. If you'd like to join in this endeavor, just click on the link above, and you'll be led to Suzanne's website where she offers suggestions and instructions.

This week's picture holds sadness for me. It's as if life has been stilled. Though the scene is beautiful, there is also a chilly silence. I've chosen to try to capture that feeling of isolation in a simple three-stanza haiku poem.

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Vashti Q link
6/1/2020 11:08:48

Beautiful trio of haiku, Gwen❣️ The image is lovely, but I can pick up on what you said.

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Gwen Plano
6/1/2020 11:40:26

Thank you, Vashti...I so appreciate your visit and comment. ♥

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Vashti Q link
6/6/2020 14:11:53

It's always a pleasure visiting your blog. :)

Suzanne Burke link
6/1/2020 13:18:39

Thanks so much for taking part in the Fiction in A Flash Challenge again, Gwen.Your reflective poem will be featured on the contest page when the deadline for admissions ends on Thursday, June 4th.❤

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Gwen Plano
6/1/2020 18:28:05

Thank you, Soooz, for the inspiration via the photograph. ♥

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Karen Ingalls link
6/2/2020 05:12:58

I love your Haiku. The beautiful photo is inspirational and I am working on my flash fiction for it.

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Gwen Plano
6/2/2020 05:29:57

Thank you, dear Karen. I look forward to reading your flash fiction. :)

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Jan Sikes
6/2/2020 08:57:57

Such an expressive poem, Gwen. Great use of the prompt!

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Gwen Plano
6/2/2020 11:49:41

Thank you, Jan. I love Autumn. It's a month that quiets the soul and in this case, leaves the heart wanting. ♥

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john howell link
6/2/2020 09:22:44

The fall always seems to bring out the feelings of loss. Your poems certainly captured those feelings. I'm sure the love will be back.

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Gwen Plano
6/2/2020 11:51:05

Thank you, John. Fall does seem to bring up loss and solitude. ♥

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D.L. Finn
6/2/2020 11:01:13

Beautiful, Gwen. This picture does have a sense of loss.

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Gwen Plano
6/2/2020 11:51:44

Thank you for visiting, dear Denise. All the best!

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Mae Clair link
6/2/2020 11:23:42

The photo does have a sense of loss to it. Your haiku, however, resonates with the spirit of love.

The second stanza particularly stood out for me.

Beautifully interpeted and written, Gwen!

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Gwen Plano
6/2/2020 11:52:23

Thank you, dear Mae. Have a wonderful day!

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Kathleen Pooler link
6/3/2020 10:42:06

Beautiful, Gwen. I can feel the heaviness of the loss and grief. Amazing how you’ve captured this in a few words.

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Gwen Plano
6/4/2020 19:21:40

Thank you so much, Kathy. Hugs! ♥

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Natalie Ducey link
6/3/2020 11:57:30

Such a powerful piece, Gwen. Sending (((hugs))) across the miles. xo

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Gwen Plano
6/4/2020 19:22:21

Thank you for your sweet comment, Natalie. ♥

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Miriam Hurdle link
6/4/2020 17:46:00

Second to spring, I like fall for the gorgeous foliage.The fall image often evokes the nostalgic feelings as it's a prelude to winter when life returns to the earth. Your poem brings out the remembrance the beauty life once had and the yearning for it to return.

Great response to the challenge, Gwen!

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Gwen Plano
6/4/2020 19:23:09

Thank you, dear Miriam. ♥

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mark bierman link
6/5/2020 05:21:42

Beautiful!

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