Autumn.
It’s Autumn and time for the leaves to fall.
But first they change their costumes for a final display of rich gold and crimson before gliding gracefully down to form a woven carpet of color beneath our feet.
Many people find Autumn a tranquil time of solitude and reflection, a season of pensive assessment and contemplation. Perhaps that’s why so many poets and writers have been inspired to write so beautifully about this romantic season.
It brings to mind the beautiful song ‘Autumn Leaves,’ written in 1945 by French poet, Jacques Prevert, and translated into English by American song writer, Johnny Mercer.
Although it was a simple little song, it has over the years become a classic and has been recorded by the top artists such as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Edith Paif, Jerry Lee Lewis and many more.
This is it.
AUTUMN LEAVES
The falling leaves drift by the window 
The autumn leaves of red and gold
I see your lips, the summer kisses
The sunburned hands I used to hold
Since you went away the days grow long
And soon I’ll hear old winter’s song
But I miss you most of all my darling
When autumn leaves start to fall
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Shared this Paddy.
Thanks C.J.
I see that, like me, you are addicted to beauty.
Paddy.
Wonderful reflections, wonderful photos. Thank you for posting.
Thank you, Rena.
The beauty and solitude of autumn be with you and yours.
Paddy.
Yes – Nat King Cole and that song! I always give myself space to relish this transition from summer to winter, and to admire the mellow color of the trees as they get ready to sleep. Re-blogged and loved this post, Paddy.
Reblogged this on Frederick Anderson and commented:
From Paddy Cummins, A simple song gently remembered.
Thank you most sincerely, Frederick. Your interest and support is much appreciated.
Magic photos that go so well with the song.
I’ve always loved the song. And, yes, I love the crisp air and the time of contemplation that autumn brings. It’s a time for me to ease back on the throttle a little.
Just to let you know that your kind and enlightened comments are always cherished by me. Thank you all so much.
Paddy.