Sunday, November 20, 2011

"NOVEMBER"





November comes

And November goes,






 With the last red berries

And the first white snows.





 With night coming early,

And dawn coming late,




 And ice in the bucket

And frost by the gate.





The fires burn

And the kettles sing,




 And earth sinks to rest

Until next spring.


A poem by Elizabeth Coatsworth

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Sarah
Sarah

The summer we married, my husband was in graduate school, and I was employed as a teacher. We took a portion of our savings that summer and purchased a sailboat. We christened our Catalina 22, “Hyacinths For The Soul” after Saadi’s poem. Our "Hyacinths" provided years of pleasure.

31 comments:

  1. AnonymousNovember 20, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    :)

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  2. PondsideNovember 21, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    A beautiful poem and lovely images!
    I know all about ice in the pail - and it isn't a wine bucket that's full of ice, but the chickens' water pail that is frozen solid!

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  3. xinexNovember 21, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Beautiful poem and fall decor, Sarah! Happy Thanksgiving!...Christine

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  4. Johanna GehrleinNovember 21, 2011 at 12:30 AM

    Hello Sarah,
    wonderful words and wonderful mosaics. Thank you for this sweet post.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  5. Teacup-In-The-GardenNovember 21, 2011 at 1:18 AM

    Beautiful!
    Have a nice week,
    Markus

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  6. MaggieNovember 21, 2011 at 2:49 AM

    Colourful seasonal mosaics enhanced by a delightful poem, what a lovely start to the week.
    Hope your's is grand.

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  7. LynnNovember 21, 2011 at 4:20 AM

    I love the poem and great colors! Happy Thanksgiving Week Sarah-enjoy:@)

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  8. Debbie@Mountain BreathsNovember 21, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    Sarah, I love that poem by Elizabeth Coatsworth. Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

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  9. Ingmarie WeNovember 21, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Such lovely poem and the mosaics are just fabulous. Have a fine week.

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  10. StitchforkNovember 21, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Love this time of year - beautiful fall colors and promises of spring to come!
    xo Cathy

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  11. Barbara F.November 21, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Great poem, lovely photos, I am sad to see Autumn leaving us.....dreading the winter.....but Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. xo

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  12. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageNovember 21, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Very nice photocollage! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  13. Tablescapes By DianeNovember 21, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Hi lovely lady.
    This was a great poem, your photos are beautiful. I would like to thank you so much for your sweet comments on my new tablescape for Thanksgiving.
    I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
    XXOO Diane

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  14. The French HutchNovember 21, 2011 at 3:46 PM

    Hi Sarah, Such a lovely poem and mosaics for the season. Wishing you and your family all the best as you prepare for this Thanksgiving.

    LOL,
    Emily

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  15. On Crooked CreekNovember 21, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Sarah,
    Many blessings have come to me from Hyacinths For The Soul this past year as I entered into the Land of Blog. May you have a blessed Thanksgiving, dear friend!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  16. Alison @ The PolohouseNovember 21, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Gorgeous photos Sarah!
    Love the pewter compote and that sweet squirrel.
    Have a great week!
    xox
    Alison

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  17. teresaNovember 21, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    beautiful photos

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  18. E. CharlotteNovember 21, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Love the poem! The mosaics are beautiful too :)

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  19. French-KissedNovember 21, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    First time I have heard this poem...love all of your November vignettes. Glad you got to see Chenonceau...such a fairy tale chateau. Wishing you a perfectly wonderful Thanksgiving.

    Jermaine

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  20. eileeninmdNovember 22, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    Lovely poem and beautiful mosaics. I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  21. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 22, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    Beautiful poem, gorgeous tablescapes. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Happy Thanksgiving. Hugs, Marty

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  22. Tammy@Beatrice BanksNovember 22, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    So pretty! It seems like November has just flown by. Hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  23. Linda & CompanyNovember 22, 2011 at 9:27 AM

    Hi Sarah,
    Lovely photos.. always love seeing the pretties all around your home. Thank you for sharing my friend. Have a Blssed Thanksgving. Oh...you have a package coming your way! Warm Hugs...Linda

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  24. SnapNovember 22, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Wonderful and a Happy Thanksgiving to you!

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  25. AnonymousNovember 22, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    I loved this Sarah! Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy the day. xo

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  26. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaNovember 22, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Many Blessings to you and your love ones this Thanksgiving..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  27. ZaaNovember 22, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Hi Sarah .. Thank You for sharing your beautiful poem and lovely montage of seasonal pictures.. They really portray the spirit of the Thanksgiving season.... Please do stop by and visit me at " The Grand Lady " for a Tuesday Teatime chat.... Hugs

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  28. MaryNovember 23, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Hi Sarah~ Love your poem and your wonderful mosaics! It's hard to believe November is almost over. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  29. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiNovember 23, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Wishing you a beautiful and joyful Thanksgiving, Sarah!

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  30. AnonymousNovember 23, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    What a lovely post, Sarah! I'm wishing you a blessed Thanksgiving!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  31. RettabugNovember 23, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Oh my goodness, Sarah! So many pretty, PRETTY treasures & showcased beautifully, too! LOVE that velvet pumpkin!

    Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, my friend,
    fondly,
    Rett

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