infinite_dwarf

Sep 24, 2008 ⭐ View statistics (Premium feature)

Afternoon In Autumn

Looking around at the multicolored bins.
We feel satisfied.
At peace with our orange, red, clear, and tan world.
"Let's go for a walk, baby!
And grab some time for ourselves."
My love yells at me up the stairs.
I comb my hair, and run down to join him.
The kitty lifts her head inquisitively
A silent "where you goin'?"
A click of our door.

The air is cool.
Sun beams on us as we walk.
Hand in hand to the farmer's market.
We pause to admire the various decorations in the fields.
A lopsided Spongebob gazes at us.
A ghost looms in an oak.
The pumpkin patches are full and ready.
For the onslaught of children
Happily picking out the perfect specimen for their creations.
We smile and nod our hello to the farmers.

Picking out fresh greens.
Tomatoes.
Berries.
We marvel at how inexpensive everything is.
And how their produce is second to none.
We smile at the displays of wildflowers.
A bright splash of color.
With our purchases in hand.
We continue back home.
And chatter about the future.

At our door, he turns.
Smiles
And with a kiss
Thanks me for returning to his side.
Hand in hand, again.
We cross over the threshold.
Together.
Each of us cherishing.
The couple quiet moments
Of us time.

— infinite_dwarf, Sep 24, 2008

About This Poem

About the Author

Region, Country: North Carolina, USA, USA

Favorite Poets: E.A. Poe, Lewis Carroll, Charles Bukowski, Michael McClure, Lawrence Ferlenghetti.

Critiques

prayersbyPatty

17 years 8 months ago

Great Poem

I love the whole outdoor, fall, farmers market thing going on and I love happy endings. Patty

Janice Pearce

17 years 8 months ago

I love the fall, and you

I love the fall, and you described it perfectly. the added couple reuniting added more demension to this one. Nicely done Jess! "There's no trick to being a humorist when you have the whole government working for you." Will Rogers

infinite_dwarf

17 years 8 months ago

Thank you both!

I like autumn for all the pretty colors, and the relief of oppressive heat (depending where you are in the country... it's still 80's here) I just don't like the shortening of days, and the looming of snow and cold on the horizon. Being as we'll be going back to NY, we'll become reaquainted with "the white stuff" once again. I like happy endings too, and I'm glad that this one is true, and not a piece of fiction pulled out of my ass. Somebody give me a pinch, and make sure I'm not dreaming.... Thanks again for taking the time to read and comment. ~Jess K. ---------------------------------------------------- "Johnny was a chemist’s son, but Johnny is no more. What Johnny thought was H2O, was really H2SO4...."

prayersbyPatty

17 years 8 months ago

Jess

I had to write back again. pulling fiction out of your ass. I am Laughing out Loud. And it feels good to do that this morning. Patty

Barbara Writes

17 years 8 months ago

nice couples moment

Smiles:) Barbara a special moment, took me back to those I hold dear in my heart. you have done well expressing the joy and happy ending here.

grasshopper

17 years 8 months ago

The great love of the simple folk

always goes unnoticed. Thank You for bringing it back to our attention with beautiful imagery. Turns an ordinary day(No such thing!) into a magical day. Thank You friend, Rich

poewriter58

17 years 8 months ago

Jess

do you think "inquisitively" would roll off the tongue a bit better? warm, descriptive and a lot of feeling went into this writing nice work mom

rider68

17 years 8 months ago

Hmmm.....Is this

Hi Jess Sorry mate couldn't resist..... I read your poem......and this was ringing in the background, so i have given you a link........and some words to sing alone with...... (((((Hugs...Smiles))))) Peter http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNC0kIzM1Fo Love is in the air, everywhere I look around, Love is in the air, every sight and every sound. And I don't know if I'm being foolish, Don't know if I'm feeling wise. But it's something that I must believe in, And it's there when I look in your eyes. Love is in the air, in the whisper of a tree, Love is in the air, in the thunder of the sea. And I don't know if I am just dreaming, Don't hear if I'm feeling safe. But it's something that I must believe in, And it's there when you call out my name. (Chorus:) Love is in the air, Love is in the air. Oh, love is in the air, in the rising of the sun, Love is in the air, when the day is nearly done. But I don't know if you're an illusion, Don't know if I see the truth, But there's something that I must believe in, and you're there when I reach out for you. Love is in the air, everywhere I look around, Love is in the air, every sight and every sound. And I don't know if I'm being foolish, Don't know if I'm feeling wise. But it's something that I must believe in, And it's there when I look in your eyes. (Repeat Chorus) ~~~"I am not afraid of tomorrow, for I have seen yesterday, and I love today."~~~

infinite_dwarf

17 years 8 months ago

Thanks again!!

Barbara - that little 'un is growing like a weed! Thanks for the comments. Rich - Ahh, you nailed it dead on, neighbor! Keep pickin' and grinnin' my friend. Mom - *sighs* I abdicate.... LOL! you're right, that does sound better. Will give it an edit asap. Peter - Have not heard of the group, but lyrics sound pretty good! Thanks for the read, friend. ~Jess K. ---------------------------------------------------- "Johnny was a chemist’s son, but Johnny is no more. What Johnny thought was H2O, was really H2SO4...."

Kailashana

17 years 8 months ago

Wonderful slice of real life

Wonderful slice of real life Jess. I was born on 9/22 so fall is my time of the year and I prefer the seasons that don't express the oppressive heat or cold. Love your languid walk, envisioned it from beginning to end and left me with many feelings and memories. ~A

Kailashana

17 years 8 months ago

Incidentally, somehow, for

Incidentally, somehow, for me, the "grab my gun" was sooooooooooo very out of context. And it is my viewpoint only... I respect your right. However, I have a sincere question, Jess. Just what do you expect to find that should necessitate having a gun on your person? Would you use it? Under what circumstances? Do you pack because you can? Just trying to understand. I've never known a young person who is such a capable poet and champion for the underdog who carries a gun. It's almost incongruous and yet why should it be? Hugs. ~A

infinite_dwarf

17 years 8 months ago

Oh gee, that's a good point.

You're right, while it is part of my routine of going out, it deserves no place in this poem. I will edit as soon as I get a chance. Thank you for such kind comments. Patty - I'm glad someone got a smile out of today. Did I really say that?! Wow, I guess I did. Thanks again for the comments. ~Jess K. ---------------------------------------------------- "Johnny was a chemist’s son, but Johnny is no more. What Johnny thought was H2O, was really H2SO4...."

DarkinAZ

17 years 8 months ago

Why not carry a Gun?

I agree with Jess on this point. I also believe we are given the choice to do so or not too... I would rather have a gun and not need it then not have it when some doped out criminal scum decides to rob me and endanger myself or a loved one. I firmly believe if one is trained, licensed and capable of using under "high stress" why not even the odds? As far as it's place in this write, it did seem kinda unecessary, but on the otherhand, I completely understand...after all I carry daily. Sincerely, Mark

Kailashana

17 years 8 months ago

If you’re telling the

If you're telling the truth, the gun is integral to the truth and the poem's author. Thanks for this moment of awareness: what I see as incongruous.... so all I am left with is my vision, knowing my Jess (i have lots of heart-children, Chrys) is packing heat. lol. hugs, ~A

Linda Moses

17 years 8 months ago

Jess

This is a great picture you painted. Going to farmers market is one of my favorite things to do. Enjoyed this write

infinite_dwarf

17 years 8 months ago

Again, thank you all!

Anna - "my Jess packs some heat..." LMFAO!! shhhh... don't tell the world, you'll blow my element of surprise. Thanks again for the comments and the smiles. Mark - Many would argue that it's a Constitutionally protected right. Be that as it may, I still support the screening processes and safety requirements. I will agree with you on the fact that I would defend myself and my family to the death. As for its place in the poem, while it's second nature for me to "grab my gun" it is seemingly incongruous in this particular work. And remember: when seconds count, the police are minutes away.... Linda - It's become a favorite walk of mine, as it's only 1/4 mile from our house. where else can you walk off with 1/2 a pound of beans, 3 cukes, 2 tomatoes, and a whole melon for $5?? :~) ~Jess K. ---------------------------------------------------- "If you've ever emptied the back of your pickup truck by driving backward really fast and slamming on the brakes, you might be a redneck" - Jeff Foxworthy Bill Engvall: "that's how we moved"