The softened light, the veiling haze,
The calm repose of autumn days,
Steal gently o’er the troubled breast,
Soothing life’s weary cares to rest.
~Phebe A. Holder, “A Song of October,” in The Queries Magazine, October 1890
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Published by Kathy Simmons
I am an ex New Yorker who still misses the vibrancy of the city. I seek out the humor in every day life and relay it through my stories in the hope others will appreciate as well. I love to write about growing up with my fantastically unique Irish mother whose memory inspires me every day. Although she is no longer with us, her antics are an endless staple for my tales. I currently live in Connecticut with my husband, two sons and toy fox terrier Anabel.
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The colors…So vibrant! ❤
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It is so gorgeous here Andy. Colors are just starting to get most vibrant.
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Favorite time of the year 🙂
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Gorgeous colors. I have been to Connecticut once, in the summer, and the greens of the leaves in the trees were overwhelming—but now we have the Fall colors. Outstanding choices. Thanks for sharing the beauty that surrounds you.
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Many thanks Allan for your appreciation of our local beauty!
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Beautiful colors, Kathy. I spotted something very similar in the park last week but, fortunately, I didn’t use it today. 🙂
janet
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So interesting how the colors are clustered – that vibrant red stripe up the tree, then the yellow and green beyond. You’ve captured the brilliance of all the hues on what looks like a gorgeous day!
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The red stripe was what made me pause to take photo while walking my dog.. Artistic nature. Thank you for complimenting!
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Thank you for sharing your beautiful fall photos, and the equally beautiful poem.
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Thank you Maria!
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I so love fall!
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That tree in the middle wants to get out there first. We just visited the east coast after my husband scientifically researched the perfect days to leaf-peep, but alas, we were a teeny bit ahead of the peak. So, thank you.
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Sorry timing was not quite perfect J.B. but hope you had a nice trip regardless! I have just noticed leaves getting more vibrant in last 2 days but think we still have a bit more time till they are at their absolute peak! My husband is in VT this weekend. Can’t wait to see how he describes.
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Beautiful!
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Thank you Lizi!
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I’m originally from CT and agree, fall is stunning there! Great pics.
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Thank you!
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Very pretty. Lovely light!
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You are making me homesick. No place does autumn like the northeast 🍁
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The colors are particularly brilliant this year! Sorry Lisa.
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Well at least I get to enjoy them here
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That second photo needs to be enlarged and framed. Beautiful. 🙂
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I do enjoy a nice turn of phrase with lovely autumn photos. Thanks for posting!
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Thank you for enjoying!
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Beautiful shot. Great contrasts. Wonderful trees
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Thank you for visiting and appreciating Meg!
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