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Ephemeral

my entry for the "Falling Leaves" challenge #2

By Imola TóthPublished 4 months ago Updated 4 months ago 1 min read
Ephemeral
Photo by Anastasia Zolotukhina on Unsplash

crimson wonderland

laced with gold and emerald—

just for an instant.

~~

🍂 I got some time off in the forest at work because the forester was 2 hours late. So I sat down under an oak tree and wrote at least a dozen of haikus for this challenge. I finally got myself a waterproof notebook, so I can write down my ideas.

Thank you for reading! 🍁

P.S. I try to get back to everyone with the comments but I am often off the grid for 10+ hours a day. So bear with me, and don't be surprised if you get an answer in a week.

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About the Creator

Imola Tóth

I write poetry and fiction on the edge of the map when I'm not working in the forest.

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  • Krysha Thayer4 months ago

    The fleeting nature of autumn is felt in your haiku. Great job!

  • Sandy Gillman4 months ago

    Love this one 🍂 such vivid colours captured in a fleeting moment.

  • Lamar Wiggins4 months ago

    I can tell you're having fun with this challenge. I can't wait to do a few more myself, lol. This one turned out great! 🤩

  • Mark Graham4 months ago

    I can see the crimson forest. Just beautiful.

  • This is as crisp as the picture. Love it

  • Caitlin Charlton4 months ago

    The bold and clever choice of using two words in the first line — filling the rest with their syllables was a great choice. It said a lot in a little. Crimson took over. I could imagine it being laced with gold and emerald. The use of emerald really brings that otherworldly feel. Just for an instant. Gave that all satisfying finish with a tinge of sadness. Amazing work here Imola 🤗 ❤️

  • Paul Stewart4 months ago

    Crimson wonderland is a wonderful expression! this was an eloquent entry that really highlights what i love about autumn! well done, lass!

  • A waterproof notebook is sooo cool! Loved your Haiku, especially the crimson wonderland!

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