Autumn Glory
Today, I offer a haiku and a tanka to celebrate the glories of autumn in the Rocky Mountains.
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aspens glowing bright
mountains ablaze with color
pathways to heaven
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hiking the Rockies
forest aflame with yellows
evergreens contrast
craggy mountains standing proud
a rich tribute to autumn
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Clearly, I’m missing the majestic colors of fall in the Rockies. The stunning contrast of golden yellow aspens against rich evergreens still warms my heart, even separated by 700 miles and 20 years. I guess some love does last a lifetime. Until we meet again dear Rockies, thanks for the fond memories. And Gayle, thanks for sharing your delightful photos.
May autumn warm your heart.
writing to freedom 
How magnificent Brad, what a beautiful color! You’re exceptional too, to find the words to add to this with your poem. Thanks for brightening my day and for sharing what autumn looks like in the Rockies absolutely beautiful!
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You’re most welcome Isis. I’m delighted you could share in the glory of fall in the Rockies!
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Thank you Brad for the beautiful image and words. I am quite sure that one day you will enjoy the magnificent Rockies again. I have been there and it really is amazingly awesome…can’t really think of other words to describe such beauty. Enjoy the day my friend. Janet 🙂
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Thank you Janet. I’m glad you’ve seen this majestic experience! Hugs… 🙂
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I can remember standing high up in the Rockies and looking west…and it appeared to be an ocean of mountains…I will never forget it.
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I love your description; an ocean of mountains..
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My favorite time of the year! Between warmer temps and constant rain, our fall has not been spectacular. So it goes. It can’t be perfect every year! Still nice to look at and smell and hear….It is a unique season. The words match well Brad….thanks! VK
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Yes, I love smells of autumn too VK! Thanks for sharing in the beauty. 🙂
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Just stunning, Brad! I can see why fall in the Rockies still warms your heart. 😊 Beautiful Haiku too!
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Thank you Julie. It’s a beautiful area.
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Such a beautiful tribute, Brad. I’m kinda missing those aspens, too. Colorado really is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been in the fall. Lots of snow happening soon this year, though! Big hug to you, my friend
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Agreed Brooke. I would love to get back to CO, but thanks for the reminder that cold comes early there! 🙂
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A lovely poem that speaks of beautiful autumn, Brad. Maybe one day you will return and hike the Rockies again. Beautiful shot by Gayle. Stunning yellow right there. Here in Australia we are in the middle of Spring, and we are seeing more floral tones all round. Enjoy autumn 🍂🍃🍁
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Thanks Mabel. I like the idea of our seasons balancing each! Happy Spring! 🙂
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Wow… golden glory. And the poem is perfect, Brad. Hugs.
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Thanks Teagan. Autumn hugs! 🙂
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Loved the words of your poetry Brad.. Autumn is a flame of colour this year too here in the UK.. Sending warm hugs… ❤ 🍁🍂🍁
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Nature flaming with glory sounds like another poem Sue. To flaming glory! 🙂
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I’m glad you have those lovely pictures to make up for being in the Rockies, and that you can write such sharp and keenly felt poetry about Autumn, Brad.
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Thank you dear Cynthia. I’m glad I have the sweet memories to inspire my words. Happy Autumn!
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Awesome Haiku and what amazing yellow colors too good, Brad. Lovely to walk this beautiful road. Great post, Brad.
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Thank you Kamal. Happy Autumn…
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Welcome Brad same to you too dear.
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Another perfect marriage of visual and verbiage! Love it!! Love the rockies during fall….the aspen groves with their bright gold leaves. On my desk is is our oldest daughter sitting on a rock with an aspen grove behind her in brilliant fall colors. She was 4 years old then….last week she turned 36….my how time flies….great post!
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Thank you Kirt. That sounds like a beautiful photo and memory of your daughter in the fall colors of the Rockies!
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Beautiful❤️
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Thanks!
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