I use poetry as inspiration and outlet all year long, and “Fall Poetry Favorites” is a seasonal interjection in the midst of my series on the Elements of Dance, stay tuned and I’ll soon return to the topic how they come out to play in choreography, criticism, teaching, and reflective practice.
Meanwhile, it is important to me to celebrate the changing of the seasons, and if you’re listening in real time, also to lower my blood pressure in the midst of the presidential election in the US. I did manage to cast my vote from overseas, and I hope all my fellow citizens did the same!
I’m anxious about the results, but at the same time, November is a time of gratitude for all of my blessings, regardless of the circumstances this particular year. It’s been a doozie for sure, but the changing seasons are always stunning, and I am striving to always be thankful for all I have been given.
Here are a couple of my favorite autumnal verses, in English:
“Harbingers of Frost” by Robert T. Weston
“Late October” by Maya Angelou
Bonus if you know German or just want to hear me attempt to pronounce it:
“Herbstbild” by Friedrich Hebbel
(I also enjoy “Oktoberlied” by Theodor Storm, but didn't read it aloud in this recording. However, I did over on YouTube if you'd like to check it out)
I hope you are able to find sources of inspiration and gratitude, and would love to hear about them! For more, please visit me at ablythecoach.com
