A subtle intangible thing
These fallen leaves how they array
In autumn leaves I think of spring
Yellowed hues to the grounds cling
Bringing to thought vernal displays
A subtle intangible thing
I find my heart has taken wing
On how new blooms of crocus sway
In autumn leaves I think of spring
My eyes spy fall’s warm coloring
My soul denies thoughts of decay
A subtle intangible thing
A whim of my own soul’s choosing
This feeling does not go away
In autumn leaves I think of spring
I feel first hints of winter’s sting
Yet smile as I go on my way
A subtle intangible thing
In autumn leaves I think of spring
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For the first dVerse Poetics of 2017, Mish offers us an array of art and asks us to use one as inspiration of New Beginnings. My chosen image brought to mind the bright yellow of daffodils in spring. Spring is new beginnings in its own way, so that’s where my muse went in the form of a villanelle.
Raivenne-lations 
What a wonderful Villanelle… absolutely stunning. You have brought the dancing element in so well…I want to tiptoe around in those leaves.
A whim of my own soul’s choosing
This feeling does not go away
One likes to try out many options but some just refuse to be resolved satisfactorily!
Hank
most beautiful and inspiring!…ah how we bear those icy stings keeping spring in mind…
The form works very well to convey your message. I like the 3rd verse best as it seems to speak to me. Yes, I do look forward to spring.
I love the repetition of the villanelle ~ A wonderful share Ravienne ~
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