Enchanting Essex

Tag: poetry

  • There’s a Kind of Hush*

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    According to the meteorological calendar, yesterday (1st December) was the first day of Winter and this morning, we awoke to this: The winter wood is like a strong old man,Grizzled, rugged, and gray1 Here in Essex County, our mornings are decidedly brisk.  Mid-day, and ‘though much lower at this time of year, the the sun…

  • Maidstone

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    When breezes are soft and skies are fair, I steal an hour from study and care, And hie me away to the woodland scene, Where wanders the stream with the waters of green.† Yesterday was just such a day, mild temperature, soft breeze, blue sky and sunshine.  Perfect day for a woodland wander!   Maidstone Woods, part of…

  • Essex Joyspotting #1

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    The scarlet of the maples can shake me like a cryOf bugles going by.* Autumn is, and has always been, my favourite time of year.  ‘Though many people are saddened by summer’s end, for me, fall was a beginning — a new school year!  I loved school.  During the summer break, I missed my teacher(s)…