He brings me one each day
contrasts in shape, varied vibrancy
burnt red to ripe peach, presented
on the kitchen counter until evening
arrives at our window.
Held in his palm, our eyes meet
this wrinkled single donation
textured hues, imperfect edges
color story of today to cherish,
a temporary prize between us.
Trees give without expecting
something in return. Thankfully,
so does he.
© Ali Grimshaw 2018
May you find someone to share the beauty of nature with today.
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flashlight batteries - Ali Grimshaw 
It is so nice to remember those colors.. here everything is lost.
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Temporary colors are more beautiful because we know they are fleeting. Thanks for visiting.
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Beautiful!
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Thanks for this kind response.
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You are welcome!
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A ritual that is not.
A gesture that is more.
Understanding.
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Thank you for your reflection.
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Yet another beautifully written poem, Ali, thanks for sharing and have a good day. Aiva
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I hope my words brought the spirit of love to your day. Thank you so much for reading.
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I’m a sucker for tree poems, Ali, and I love the description of the leaves, ‘burnt red to ripe peach’ and ‘textured hues, imperfect edges’. I’m watching the wind play with leaves as I write this, thankful for simple pleasures.
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Thank you for your thoughtful reflection. I love the fall leaves. Each one a miniature painting made more beautiful by having someone to share them with.
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Awe! Love it!
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Thanks for reading. Have a beautiful day
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Same to you!
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Leaf man is a beautiful giver. Nice poem.
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He is indeed. Thanks for reading.
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You are welcome 🙂
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I like the giving without expecting in return.
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Thank you Frank. I think that is what giving is all about.
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This is beyond breathtaking! ❤️❤️
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Thank you so much for letting me know that it spoke to you.
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I have been this lucky as well Ali. Such a gracious life. Thank you. Have a wonderful day.
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I have much to be grateful for and I am nurturing my thankfulness daily. It is a great way to cope with all the sadness in the news.
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It’s a daily ‘to-do’ in my world as well. I go to sleep saying ‘thank you’.
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Hi Al, Lillian here, the host for OLN today at dVerse.
Perhaps I’m just missing it??? But I don’t see a Tag or link to dVerse https://dversepoets. com Would you please add one? That way others can find us and it will increase your readership as well. Glad you posted….but please Tag or link to dVerse!
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Roger that. It is taken care of. I always want to support the pub.
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Thank you, Ali. And I forgot to mention….an absolutely beautiful write!
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Thanks for reading and supporting a wonderful writing community. Have an awesome day.
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A gift of nature shared
Heart’s treasures declared
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I love this poem you wrote in response, Ivor. Thank you so much.
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Your poem touched my heart…..xx
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That’s the kind of comment I love to hear most. Take good care.
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Beautiful. 🍁
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Carrie,
I hope you are well on this fine Autumn day. I have been reading several articles on gratitude which led me back to this poem. It was inspired by gratitude for my husband creating this seasonal ritual. I am lucky to have him as a partner.
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