Sunday, November 19, 2017

Fall Leaves a Blessing--By Clarissa Jakobsons--United States

Fall Leaves a Blessing
                            
October winds twist, slap air as maple leaves
shield earth’s mound. Sparrows chatter quietly

not to disturb wind’s grace. Orange russet branches
enhance the artist’s canvas, October speaks,

even the blind can feel the breeze capture innocence.
Sunshine smiles in my backyard. A leaf arabesques

inviting us to dance. Listen, an avalanche cascades,
a car passes rattling fumes in the distance.

The hush returns, a leaflet falls releasing everything.

Clarissa Jakobsons instructs at a community college often weaving one-of-a-kind artist books, exhibited internationally. Sometimes she combines artist books with her poems and oil paintings. She writes, "Don’t be surprised to see my inner artist kicking sandcastles, climbing Mount Diablo, painting Provincetown dunes, or walking under an Ohio crescent moon".

8 comments:

  1. Dear Clarissa,

    Your wonderful poem is enriched with imagery. Tjanks you for your contribution to Whispers, you are most welcome.

    Best wishes,
    Inge

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  2. Dearest Daginne,

    I've enjoyed our pleasant interaction with the greatest admiration and appreciate your support!

    Cheers from Ohio!
    Clarissa

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  3. Beautiful nature, quietly in the midst of everything that is not nature. Wonderfully done, Clarissa. Happy Thanksgiving from New Jersey.

    James

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    1. Thank you so much, James! I hope your Thanksgiving was spectacular!

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  4. These leaves appeal to our senses and imagination, Clarissa. A beautiful poem and a superb final line. Regards // paul

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    1. Thanks for your note, Paul! Much appreciated! I'm still intrigued by the final line!

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    1. Appreciate your read, Jack! May your day bring playful surprises!

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