Muse Day – September

He who bends to himself a joy

Does the winged life destroy;

But he who kisses the joy as it flies

Lives in eternity’s sunrise.

                         Eternity by William Blake

The golden days of summer are flying. Soon the hills will be a tapestry of rich color. I’ve already had to put a quilt on the bed.

Many thanks to Carolyn gail at Sweet Home and Garden Chicago for hosting Muse Day and giving us all a chance to share our observations and inspirations.

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6 Comments

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  By Rose, September 1, 2009 @ 3:13 pm

  Beautiful photo and sentiments, Pat! I can feel fall in the air, too.

  Enjoyed reading your post about Serenity Cottage; it certainly looks like a wonderful place to relax and find peace. I didn’t realize Niebuhr was the author of that prayer–it’s one of my favorites.
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  By admin, September 1, 2009 @ 3:51 pm

  Rose – The Serenity Cottage is just lovely and so comfortable. We Heathans are proud to lay claim to a part of Niebuhr’s history and thought.
  Pat
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  By Curmudgeon, September 1, 2009 @ 11:17 pm

  What a wonderful poem. Happy GBMD to you.
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  By Mary Delle, September 2, 2009 @ 11:54 am

  Your autumn tree is beautiful. Living so far south the trees do not give such a display as you will have. This Blake poem is one of favorites. So lovely to see it again.
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  By admin, September 3, 2009 @ 7:04 am

  Curmudgeon – I’m glad you visited and enjoyed the poem.
  Mary Delle – This is just the beginning of the display. I have always found wisdom in Blake.
  Pat
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  By carolyngail, September 8, 2009 @ 3:51 pm

  Sorry to be late in visiting and thanking you for your lovely contribution to GBMD, Pat. I enjoyed the poem very much.

  Love your new blog layout.

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