Autumn has arrived,
with winter close behind
and the cold is creeping
closer every day.
But I have my cosy
woollen winter coat.
I plan to walk about,
through wind and rain,
fog and snow,
hands in deep pockets
until spring comes around again.
Kim M. Russell, 5th October 2026
This Monday at the dVerse Poets Pub we are writing quadrilles with De, and the prompt word is ‘pocket’.
Such a lovely pic of you, Kim!!!!! You look like you are in your element. Happy to see it’s still mostly green there. The seasons like to keep us busy, don’t they.
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Thank you, Lisa! That’s an old photo. It’s fully autumn here now, We’re expecting a drastic fall in temperature this week.
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You are welcome. Ooh sorry you may get low temps. It’s still mostly green here.
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Indeed Kim, I plan on doing the samw thing! LOL Very nice picture and thought of not letting all the rain and snow stop us from walking about!! 🩵
Im headed to the garden, the tomatoes are almost at their peak and so winter and the cold will just have to wait a bit longer here! A very nice and cozy poem, well done! 🧡
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Thank you, Cara! Enjoy your tomatoes!
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Ah yes! Get out there and enjoy the weather
much love
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Much love to you too, Gillena!
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Such a beautiful photo of you, Kim! It’s Autumn here too, without the changing leaves though ❤️❤️
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Thank you, Sanaa! 💕
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LOVE the pic! And the idea of walking through all the colder weather ahead, with hands in pockets, until you walk into spring and warmer weather! Pockets are warm …. and cozy!
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Thank you, Lill! Hat, gloves and scarf will follow. 😊
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Delightful, Kim! I especially like the final stanza. The photo is lovely! Did you make the coat?
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Thank you, Merril! The coat is from Seasalt, a lovely company based in Cornwall, with outlets all over the UK.
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You’re welcome, Kim!
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And this hermit becomes more hermitic…. Fine work. Danke
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Cheers Ron! Nothing wrong with staying in the warmth and comfort of your home.
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I love that sentiment – I will be doing the same Kim – great photo 🩷
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Thank you, Ange. Do you have hats, scarves and gloves too? 💕
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Yes the whole caboodle 🧣🧤🤠
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Lovely poem and a such a lovely lady 💜❤️
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Thank you, Maggie. 💕
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Nice work! Love the pic!
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Thank you, Paula!
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I am glad you are preparing yourself for autumn – I do the same – it’s nice to be cosy and warm – Inside and out – Jae
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That coat is super warm, Jae, and has very deep pockets. I’m looking forward to hats, scarves and gloves too.
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Autumn can be refreshing – all the crisp brown leaves – thank you
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I really enjoyed the rhythm of this poem. And the fun pic!
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Thank you, Maria.
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I don’t like winters that much but the winter clothes look beautiful.
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Thank you, Jay.
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hands in deep pockets
until spring comes around again.
The cold months can prompt a number of external activities to ward off boredom in the house. How true Kim!
Hank
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Cheers Hank!
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love the determination and the coat Kim –
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You had the perfect photo to illustrate your cozy poem!
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Thank you, Judy!
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That’s a lovely photo, Kim and a delightful, cozy Q!
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Thank you, Punam!
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My pleasure, Kim.
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Lovely “deep pockets” style, Kim…poetically and photographically 🙂 Enjoy autumn!
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Thank you, Lynn!
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Love this, Kim–and the determination. What a fabulous coat and picture of you! 🤍
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Thanks so much, Jennifer!
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