Take time in nature
for reflection
and renewal...
for beginnings
and growth...
for nurturing
and discovery.
-Marjolein Bastin
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Passageway
to discovery
begins with
wonderment.
A child sees
something new on autumn leaves-
pauses, thinks, questions.
©CV, 2020, Shadorma poem
Original Photo by Devin Hartnett, Virginia
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Others notice nature's abundance on Autumn days and pause to reflect.
I invite you to the second edition of
Abundant Autumn Gallery of Artistic Expressions
On December 11, 2020, I unveiled the global gallery on my blog site.
Click here to see a glorious gallery of artistic expressions from around the globe.
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Relax and take a second "awe walk" through Autumn, the season of gratitude.
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It brings Mary Oliver's Fall Song poem to life.
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Feel gratitude for Autumn who leaves us breathless with its radiant colors.
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Give thanks for Autumn sunsets from around the globe.
Travel to Ireland courtesy of Kevin Foley.
Visit California with Steven Huang.
Discover a Chicago sherbet-sky sunset.
When the sun sets in West Virginia, nature brushstrokes earth in snowdrops.
Nature is mesmerizing and Autumn is its most glorious chapter.
-@AnuMeera2024
Autumn colors pop in Colorado. - Cheryl Alba
And every moment of the season fills me with wonder and enchantment
at the gorgeous colors that surround me!-Ramona Behnke
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Enjoy a pandemic outdoor getaway.
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Letting go is an art that autumn trees show us, -@AnuMeera 2024
Music by Adrian von Ziegler - Autumn Forest
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I close with gratitude for all those who helped create a successful second edition of the Abundant Autumn Gallery. The community of reflective writers has continued to grow since the first Reflect With Me Gallery of Artistic Expression in March 2014. A complete list of participants will appear at the final closing of the Gallery.
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Thank you for spending some time reflecting on the beauty of autumn with its radiant colors. I look out the window seeing a monochromatic scene of soft white snowfall and feel the transition of autumn to winter. Nature brings a departure to a season that filled trying times with brilliance and inspiration to continue the walk of life.
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For now, I join the Poetry Friday Roundup with this week's host, Michelle Kogan, artist and poet. Michelle's attention to detail is recognized in her post full of peaceful thoughts, delightful illustrations, and hope. Please join me at Michelle's blog site for more poetry goodness.
Such beauty in all these images. I think that first image with the little one contemplating the old, broken-down truck is my favorite. I used to love finding treasures like this as a kid. My imagination would fire up and off I'd go playing for hours! Sending you lots of Christmas love and wishes for safety and good health.
ReplyDeleteLinda, the little girl is my granddaughter, Linda. She is an imaginative and curious little one. I hope the weather is sunny and warmer like it is here today. We are on the road tomorrow.
DeleteSo many gorgeous images and poems you’ve shared Carol! Fall’s spectacular colors come alive... Thanks for taking us on this journey, burnt oranges of Ireland, W Virginia, and sharing my sherbet skies!
ReplyDelete"And came out taller than the trees" in nature that has saved many of us this year, Carol. I've loved every photo, every word from all over our challenged world that you shared today. Thank you for all the work. You are indeed a wonder to continue the galleries. Best wishes in getting to finalize that new home & to see your family! Happy Solstice & Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThank you for another beautiful gallery, Carol. What a welcome respite from the troubles of the world. I love the themes of abundance and gratitude as we head into another season.
ReplyDeleteIs that your granddaughter viewing that rusty old truck. That's a great picture and I do wonder what she thinks and wonders about. As your photos attest to, it was an amazing fall! So much your photos help us to remember. Happy Holidays to you!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words and images!
ReplyDeleteThese pictures and poems remind us why Autumn is such a special season. Thank you for including my Adriatic in your gallery.
ReplyDeleteAs you can see, Bob, I redesigned what you sent me to fit the design of the gallery. I am happy with the way it came out and thank you for contributing. I can imagine what your landscape looks like now. We got about 6 inches or more but it is very cold and driving is not advised.
DeleteWords and pictures swirl about the page leaving little doubt as to the richness of Autumnal days Carol. I love Autumn and its colour bursts and mellow days. Such an impressive season. Thanks for the reminder Carol.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful gallery, Carol. Thank you for the time you spend putting it together to share with us all. The words and pictures are inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI loved the image with the child and thinking about how children can sow easily remind us to be curious about what surrounds us. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThese are absolutely glorious, Carol! Thank you for your continued efforts to spread beauty and gratitude. Each time I read a selection like this, I breathe a deep sigh afterward and feel renewed.
ReplyDeleteLaura, amidst all the issues of pandemic life this gallery collection has been a sustainer of hope. Each offering has brought joy. Thanks for being a part of this work. Happy Holidays, Laura.
DeleteOnce again, another visually and textually beautiful post, Carol - thanks so much for sharing these!
ReplyDeleteHi Carol, Here is the link to the Abundant Autumn gallery post you requested. Kind Regards,
ReplyDeleteAlan
https://alanjwrightpoetrypizzazz.blogspot.com/2020/12/abundant-autumn-offerings.html
Snow is forecast here for later tonight through Christmas Day. Thank you for this gorgeous reminder of fall's beauty as we head into a time of white blanketing the world.
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