As the weather grew colder, the animals went into #hibernation. Not only the bears, but the various denizens of the kingdom went into their yearly sleep. The ones who didn't wished their friends happy dreams until spring.
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@sifaswriting.bsky.socialAs the weather grew colder, the animals went into #hibernation. Not only the bears, but the various denizens of the kingdom went into their yearly sleep. The ones who didn't wished their friends happy dreams until spring.
@sifaswriting.bsky.socialTwo squirrel families lived in neighbouring trees. One family #foraged all summer and autumn and stored nuts away for the winter. The other waited until the last moment to do the same.
Come spring, one of the trees was empty, the storage devoid of any nuts. The other had a surplus.
@short-stories.bsky.socialBounty of berries
gratifies hungry bears
before hibernation,
migratory warblers sing
amidst steady branches,
salmon leap upstream,
autumn equinox alchemy
transforms green to amber
thereby, vibrant season begins
#vss365 #inkmine #vssfantasy #emoetry #cassiopeian #BlueskyRemnant #BSPP57 #poem #nature
@sifaswriting.bsky.socialThe land's #bounty had been plentiful this year. There was more than enough to feed the kingdom and even some to offer to the gods at the temples. Spirits were high and coin poured in.
A sign the land was healing. The people rejoiced as fortune swung again.
@sifaswriting.bsky.social"The earth has been good and blessed us with its #abundance! Let us celebrated in joy and thanksgiving! Let the autumn revels begin!"
The villagers cheered and the princess touched the torch to the first bonfire of the season. The orange flames burst high.
@sifaswriting.bsky.social"This is her year of #maturity," the Queen argued. "We need to find a match for her before the leaves fall."
The vizier nodded. "We shall redouble our efforts, my lady, but she refuses every offer. Unless..."
"Unless?"
"You look within the household. Her knight protector, perhaps?"
@sifaswriting.bsky.social"What's going on in that #gourd of yours? Penny for your thoughts?"
Pumpkin Head gave him a dour look. "There's something to be said about running a joke into the ground, you know."
The knight chuckled. "Sorry, couldn't resist. It's that season."
@sifaswriting.bsky.socialThe #hedgerow separated the lord's estate from the crossroads. He always felt uneasy at that corner of the garden and left it to lie fallow. The one spot gave him the chills.
The Fae didn't mind. They frolicked with the spirits between the shrubs and bushes.
@morganrrhaze.bsky.social#15WordPoet #vssfantasy #VssMagic
Oak leaves and Acorns sprout from Woody branches. Providing shade to the sprawling oak savanna
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@morganrrhaze.bsky.social#vssfantasy #VssDaily #WIPSnips
A Sundial's shadow
The tick of the second hand
A timer's Minute warning
The Month on a calendar
All telling you it's time
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@morganrrhaze.bsky.social#WildWalkPrompt #DailyhaikuPrompt #vssfantasy
Standing in a Grove
Beech & Chestnut trees grow tall
Leaves merge together
#imageprompt
@short-stories.bsky.socialA handwritten love note
wrapped in saffron wool sweater
adorning the cozy bistro,
in the steady pause betwixt lines
amorous playlists expressing
what words couldn't,
her tender heart
zealously exploring
his marvelous affection
#vss365 #inkmine #vssfantasy #emoetry #Foxprose #BSPP57 #BlueskyRemnant
@morganrrhaze.bsky.social#Only8September #vssfantasy
Drifting into dusk
Awash in the day's Afterglow
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@sifaswriting.bsky.socialShe was raised to be the next #orchardist. She would be in charge of the family's apple orchard. The botanists taught her how to take care of the trees, how to get rid of the bugs, and how to plant the next generation.
Then she became an adventurer, and left that behind.
@sifaswriting.bsky.socialThe wanderer took out his compass. The needle swung wildly for a long moment. Finally it slowed, then stopped.
It pointed towards the south.
"The lands of eternal summer. Different from the cool autumn here. All right, time to go home."
@morganrrhaze.bsky.social#FoxProse #vssfantasy
We are Coming into season
Glowing in Autumn shades
Warmth of color contrasting
the cooling temperatures
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@sifaswriting.bsky.social"What does the autumn leaf say?"
The oracle narrowed her eyes. "It is no ordinary leaf, my lord. Look at the writing upon it."
"It's barely legible. That's why I'm asking YOU."
She sobered. "The winter snows sets its claws into your skin. Prepare accordingly."
@sifaswriting.bsky.social"What will come out of the Equinox Gate this year?" The Queen asked as the day approached.
"We don't know, Your Majesty. It may be friendly, it may be evil. Even the seers cannot predict it."
"Make sure the precautions are in place, just in case."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
@sifaswriting.bsky.social"Fill the #granary," the lord commanded. "Make sure they are as full as possible. The oracle predicts a harsh winter."
"It's still early in the autumn; the sun still warms the land, m'lord."
"Don't underestimate how fickle nature can be, Vizier. Follo9w my command."