In Week 2.17 of Ecrits Blogophilia, Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on a busy week filled with work and family celebrations, including her mother’s 88th birthday. She shares a poetic piece titled “Summer Sonata,” inspired by the summer night’s beauty under the “buck moon,” capturing love and relaxation amid fleeting sunny days.
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Land of the Free
The piece reflects on nostalgic July 4th celebrations experienced by the author during childhood in Maryland, emphasizing the joy of fireworks and family gatherings. Currently, the author enjoys watching fireworks from their backyard and shares plans to visit family in Pennsylvania, highlighting love and connection during the holiday.
Summer Beckons
The post reflects nostalgic memories of summer and childhood during the sixties, highlighting joyful experiences like listening to music, playing outdoors, and enjoying simple pleasures. The writer expresses gratitude for their upbringing, emphasizing the importance of family and cherished moments that shaped their identity. Anticipation for the upcoming summer is also conveyed.
Autumn in Bloom
The content reflects on the transition from summer to autumn, capturing the beauty of changing leaves and the joy of the season. It also recounts a visit to the Bluemont Fair, emphasizing the warm weather and excitement for fall activities. The author expresses anticipation for cooler weather and new photographic experiences.
Ingrained
This poem, “Ingrained,” reflects on vivid childhood memories of simple joys like picking dandelions, playing outside, and cherishing time with family. Despite limited material possessions, the author finds gratitude in these experiences. The nostalgia and gratitude for these memories are deeply rooted in her heart, shaping her perspective on life.
Sunshine
The content is about the author’s anticipation of a family visit to Florida, particularly to surprise her grandkids. The author reflects on her grandchildren’s personalities and expresses nostalgia for their growth. She shares her excitement and love for her family, emphasizing the upcoming trip and the joy it will bring.
A Summer Dirge
The poet laments the relentless summer heat and longing for the arrival of autumn. The scorching weather has taken a toll, affecting both her surroundings and her state of mind. She shares personal updates and wishes her mother a happy 87th birthday. The poem reflects the impact of weather on emotions and daily life.
Autumn Descends
Autumn Descends Autumn descends with clouds and rain,with harvest crops long gone to grain.Promise of cool days round the bend…but summer doesn’t want to end. Missing the catbird’s plaintive callas crimson leaves begin to fall.Sights and sounds of autumn transcend…but summer doesn’t want to end. Out of the dark, into the dampdubious sun shines likeContinue reading “Autumn Descends”
In September Dreams
In September Dreams Restless summer, relentless heat,resolve is burning down in flames.Their shadows searching in the night,don’t even know each others’ names. Music drifts down the boulevardand so the ritual begins.The smell of wine and cheap perfume,quintessentially feminine. Drums match the rhythm of their hearts,slow dancing on pale clouds of love.Guitar riffs float across theContinue reading “In September Dreams”
Banks of the Potomac
Banks of The Potomac Late summer moving in slow motion,surrounded by green on country trails,the brazen sun burning our skinas water gurgles against the rockson the banks of the Potomac. A father and son cast on the North Branch,tackle plunking down, reels whizzing,pulling a croaking catfish from indigo waters.I watch and smile, filled with fondContinue reading “Banks of the Potomac”
Colleen Keller Breuning 