An Autumnal Picnic
Crimson leaves cascade softly from trees,
the family gathers on a checkered spread.
Grandpa’s eyes twinkle like the setting sun.
His tales cozy, like a cup of warm cider.
A gentle breeze whispers nostalgia,
the scent of fond recollections wafting.
Shared laughter fills the air,
while the descending sun tints the sky in hues of orange.
This instant seems everlasting, a cherished memory to become.
An autumnal picnic with grandpa, elegantly uncomplicated yet profound.
In the tranquil dusk, affection and joy are everywhere.
Poem © 2024 booomcha.com
& Kymber Hawke
Written in response to Kevin’s NTT:
This poem is in response to Kevin’s No Theme Thursday: 06.27.24. I was so inspired by the pictures! Maybe you’d like to try, too! 🙂
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65 comments
This poem is narratively positive 😊
That’s what I’d rather do than spend endless hours on social media blind to the nuances of other people.
Same here. 🙂 Great answer! 🌺
That’s a common theme of my best bloggers.
Very atmospheric poem Kymber. I can smell the autumn in the air and feel the warmth of the tales. Happy Sunday. Allan
Thank you so much, Allan. Happy Sunday to you, my friend. 🌺
Beautiful poem!
Thank you so much! I appreciate it. 🌺
Sweetness. Lovely poem.
Thank you so much, Cindy. I’m glad you like it. 🌺🩷
Grandpas are precious. In their time they are special and when they leave the fondness of their memory lingers. I didn’t have the privilege of a Grandpa, both mine passed before I was born. My hope is my Grandchildren will have fond memories of their ‘Zeydeh.’ (Yiddish for grandfather.) Blessings, Kymber.
They are precious indeed. I so agree with what you say about after they leave, the fondness of their memory lingers. 🌺🩷 I’m sure your grandchildren will definitely have fond memories of you. I love “Zeydeh.” That is awesome. Blessings to you as well, my friend.
My elderly parents, 80+’s, just had come for a visit. I could see him in this poem of yours. Your flowing autumn words filled my heart with fond memories and of a family reunion next Fall 2025 with my family. First time in 30 years. Thank you, Kymber. You always lighten my heart 🙂 <3 CJ
That is so exciting about your family reunion! I bet you cannot wait! And I’m so glad your parents were able to visit and that this poem resonated for you. It means so much to hear what’s going on with you. I really appreciate you sharing. 🌺🩷
Lovely ☺️
Thank you so much, Darci! 🌺
Really nice ambiance, Kymber!
Thank you so much, Stephanie! 🌺🩷
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Very Beautiful
Thank you so much, Jean. 🌺
Beautiful poetry, Kymber. It brings to mind memories of my grampa (my mom’s dad) playing his accordion and singing Norwegian folk songs to me and my sisters when we were kids. Good times. 😊
What lovely memories! 🌺 I’m glad this poem resonated with you.
I love these three words; “uncomplicated yet profound”
Beautiful! Linda xx
Thank you so much, Linda. 🌺🩷 xo
Oh wow, my dear KymberNoodle, you did a bang up job with this poem in response to Kevin’s prompt! So exhilarating! You go girl! 🤗🙆🏻♀️😘🥂🥰
Thank you so much, my ChickieCacciatore! I’m so pleased you like it. I hope you’re having a Fantabulous week!🌺🩷
Oh my, not the ChickieCacciatore? 😂😜🤣 Girlfriend, you are so on it! Love ya! 💖
LOLOLOL 😀 🌺🩷🌺🩷😂 Love you, too!
As someone who favors Autumn so much, this was a poem I really enjoyed, Kymber. I know my Grandfather appreciated the cooler weather (and cider!)…maybe that’s where I got it from.🙂
I bet it’s exactly where you got it from! LOL 😀 I’m so glad this poem resonated with you, and that you have such fond memories.
Very expressive. I love Autumn and I adore this poem. 🍂🍁🧡
I’m so glad. 🌺🩷Thank you so much!
You set a loving setting, Kymber.
Thank you so much, Mary. 🌺
Such a lovely poem, Kymber, the feel good atmosphere is infectious!
Thank you so much, Aboli. I’m so glad you thought that as you read it.🌺🩷
It certainly uplifted my mood ❤️
I’m so glad to hear that. 🌺🩷
That’s beautiful, Kymber! I can almost ‘feel’ the atmosphere. 🍂
Thanks for stopping by my BOTB site. Any chance you could come back and cast a vote for one of the contenders? Bryan Adams wasn’t part of the vote. Much appreciated, if you do! 🙂 🌹
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LOLOL I wondered that after I posted the comment, but I’m a newbie, I reckon. LOLOL
I’m glad you liked the poem. I will come back to your site right now.
Thanks very much!
No problem, it was my pleasure. I’m just glad I finally got it right. LOL :D😂
It was a fun and cozy poem
Thank you, Thomas. I’m glad you liked it. 🌺
HI Kymber, this is a very nice poem. I enjoyed it very much.
Thank you, Robbie! That means a lot to me. 🌺🩷
My pleasure
Beautiful, Kymber! 🩷
Very “Autumnesque” haha! Still love that word 😊
hahaha! I laughed when I saw you using that word. 😀 😀 Thank you so much for making me laugh. And thank you for your kind words about the poem. I am glad you enjoyed it. 🌺🩷
Kimber,
What a lovely poem! It takes me back to the days we’d spend at my late in-laws in southern WV. They had the purrfect place. On weekend summer visits, we often built a campfire to roast wieners and marshmallows with our kids. As early evening turned to night, we stayed around the fire enjoying time together. Sometimes, we’d sing songs but most of the time we share conversation. It was always so nice. Those fond memories are like warm embers wrapping us with love from those no longer with us until we can see them again. Thank you for the beautiful poem and for visiting my little niche in Blogosphere. Have a boogietastic week, my dear!
Hello! I’m so glad to see you! Thank you for your lovely words. 🌺I’m really happy the poem reminded you of such lovely memories. We sang around the campfire, and had long conversations, too.
I love that! You have a boogietastic week, too! 🌺
A delightful depiction, Kymber 🍁 I enjoyed the lurk. 😊 🧡
LOL I’m so glad you liked it. And you lurk, girl. 😀 I’m so glad you were here. 🌺🩷
Me too! Thanks, Kymber. 😊💓
Wonderful! I felt as though I were there with you. 🤗
Maybe you were… 🙂 Thank you so much for your kind words, Ana. It means a lot to me. 🌺🩷
Your poem paints such a vivid and beautiful picture of peaceful autumn scene, filled with warmth and nostalgia.
The image of crimson leaves, the gathering of family, and the twinkle in Grandpa’s eyes resonates deeply. It captures not just a moment, but a feeling of cherished memories and the simplicity of profound connections.
Thank you for sharing this glimpse into such a beautiful and heartfelt experience.
Thank you so much, Willie. I am so happy this poem resonated with you on a deep level. That’s how I feel about it, too. I cherished my grandparents so much, even as a young child. I wanted to make this feeling stand out in this poem.
I can sense it. You honored them beautifully.
That makes me so happy. 🌺
Most lovely indeed, Kymber! Beautiful!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the work you put into these pictures.
Such beautiful words, Kymber
Thank you, Jacqui! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your kind words.