Do you like variety? You’ll find it in Novel Thoughts, Sharon K Connell’s monthly newsletter—articles, interviews, tips, poetry, art, at least one recipe, plus more.
Starting with the next issue (February 2019), I’ll be a featured poet in the Author’s Pen section of the newsletter. Take a moment to subscribe on her website http://sharonkconnell.com/ And while you’re there, you can view previous editions of Novel Thoughts by clicking on the Newsletter Archive menu. ~Bette A. Stevens
Bette A. Stevens, Maine Author
There’s nothing quite like the sky at twilight to fill the soul with awe—even at the close of a bitter winter day. Photo taken at the farmstead in Central Maine in mid-winter inspired this writer to pen a winter tale. What’s inspiring you today?~Bette A. Stevens, Maine author
Winter Tale
Haiku by Bette A. Stevens
Periwinkle sky
Sings a winter lullaby
Twilight paints its tale
WRITING TIPS FROM BETTE
Discover more about how to write haiku and other poetry:
- Tips for children and adults from Bette A. Stevens on writing poetry https://4writersandreaders.com/2016/10/19/have-fun-writing-haiku-get-the-kids-writing-too/
Find out more about author Bette A. Stevens and her books at http://viewauthor.at/BetteAStevens
Comments on: "Winter Tale (Haiku) by Bette A. Stevens" (66)
Beautiful poem and image. Bette..you have a way with words that melts the heart. ❤️
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Your sweet note made my day… ❤ Blessings and love, my friend. xo
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Have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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Lovely post, Bette. Btw I posted your review here: https://authorkevincooper.com/2019/03/31/pure-trash/
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Thanks so much for your lovely note, Kevin. Your thoughtful review for PURE TRASH brightened my day! 🙂
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Glad to hear it! 🙂
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Just sooo beautiful, Bette! Both the haiku and the photo! A perfect combination! 😄❤
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Thanks so much for your lovely words, Sarah. ❤ Nature is sooo inspiring! May your week be filled with wonders, my friend. xo
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You´re very welcome, Bette! It always makes me smile to read your lovely poems! May your week be filled with wonders too! xoxo ❤
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What a delightful haiku, Bette. I definitely speaks to me.
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Thank you, Jacqui. ❤
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Thank you for the newsletter plug, Bette. I’m looking forward to having you featured each month for my readers. You do such a beautiful job of saying so much in so few words. Love these Haikus. God bless you.
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Thank you, Sharon…for your thoughtful note and support, my friend. ❤ xo
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What a beautiful haiku and photo, Bette! The winter sky is so lovely against a blanket of snow. We’ve gotten more snow here in SW Ohio than we’ve had in years and I am enjoying every moment. It’s been bitter cold, but the gorgeous blanket of snow makes up for the cold temps. Love and hugs, dear friend. 💕🤗💕
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Thanks so much for your thoughtful note, Michelle.Delighted to hear you’re enjoying a winter wonderland despite the bitter temps.Oh, the magic of a fresh fallen snow… ❤ Blessings and love, dear friend. xo
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Gorgeous haiku, Bette. The image is lovely too.
😊💕
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Thanks so much for you lovely note, Vashti! ❤ xo
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I subscribed it, Bette. ❤
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Thanks wonderful, Miriam. Thanks so much for letting me know–I know you’ll enjoy Sharon’s Novel Thoughts newsletters. 🙂 Happy writing and reading, dear friend. 🙂
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I’m sure I’ll enjoy the newsletters. Thank you for bringing to my attention. 🙂 ❤
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What a stunning photo and exquisite haiku. I love both, Bette. How wonderful that you’ll be a regular on Sharon K Connell’s monthly newsletter. Congratulations!!
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Thanks so much for your lovely note, Miriam. ❤ Blessings and love…
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You’re welcome. I love the color of the sky in your photo. It was like that here yesterday because of the rain clouds. They make the sunset colors beautiful. ❤
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Exquisite photo and verse, Bette. ❤
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Thank you, Carol! ❤
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Majestical in prose & photo caption! Will done Bette! And congratulations 😀
Blessings,
Jennifer
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Thanks so much, Jennifer. ❤ Blessings and love… xo
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Very well done. Love the photographs and you captured winter perfectly.
Have a fabulous day, Bette. ♥
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Thanks so much, Sandee. ❤ Blessings and love…
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That has to be one of the most beautiful sky photos I’ve ever seen, Bette. The haiku is a perfect match.
Also congratulations on becoming the featured post in Sharon’s newsletter. I did a quick looksee of her site and it appears lovely and very diverse. Headed back there now to subscribe.
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Thanks so much for the lovely note and for checking out Sharon’s site and newsletter. I’ve been a subscriber for several years and enjoy each issue. 🙂 I think you will to! xo
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I love your take on the beautiful picture Bette. It was a perfect fit.
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Thanks, Denise! ❤ May your week be filled with wonders… xo
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Dreamy haiku and beautiful picture, Bette. We’re waiting for a little bit of snow in my neck of the woods. Have a great day! ❤️
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Thanks so much, Eugenia. ❤ We're expecting 4-8 inches of white magic tonight and tomorrow… Stay safe and warm, my friend. xo
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Our snow was a no-show! 😦
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That’s wonderful, Bette. What an honor to be featured. That’s on a regular basis? Nice! A beautiful mellow haiku for the winter months. Stay warm. 🙂
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Thank you, Diana. Yes,the featured post is for the whole year and I’m excited to be a regular and honored by Sharon’s gracious invitation. 🙂 We’re expecting another snowstorm tonight and the wood stove is stoked and blazing. xo
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I’m a little envious, Bette. In a few days, we might get our first snow. I can’t wait, even if it’s just a dusting.
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I want to wrap myself in this and fall asleep! ❤
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So sweet… Wishing you dreams as sweet as this sunset and a beautiful and blessed week too, Annette! ❤
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Bette, I’ve been struggling to find a word to describe the blue of the winter sky, then see you name the perfect colour in this lovely wintry haiku. Periwinkle! Exactly! Instead of bemoaning the season I like the idea of listening to its lullaby. Your photograph is wonderful, a glory of sunset colours. Congratulations on your regular feature in Novel Thoughts, Bette! Hugs xx❤️
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Thanks so much for your sweet note, Annika… ❤ May the glory of winter sunsets wrap you in their wonder and add warmth to your soul, dear friend.
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Many blessings to you, Bette … your words warm my heart, filling it with joy. hugs xx
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Beautiful Haiku 🙂❤️
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Thank you, Christine. 🙂 ❤
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Lovely picture and words, thank you for sharing… unfortunately the winter here on the prairies are not as beautiful as the picture… but we can dream… 🙂
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Thank you, Larry. ❤ We sometimes moan and groan when winter overstays its welcome, but the glimpses of glory along the way, brings out the dreamer in us too. Blessings and love, my friend.
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Exquisite photo and haiku, Bette. I’m getting a bit fed up with the yo-yo temps and ‘active’ weather patterns in eastern Maine. You’ve reminded me to figuratively and literally chill out and appreciate my surroundings!
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Thanks so much for you note, Molly. With lots more snow and more bitter temps in the offing, it’s a perfect time to get wrapped in the beauty that surrounds us every day… The glory of this sunset reminds me of how lucky we are. ❤ Stay safe and warm and enjoy the magic of the months of Maine. xo
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I try to appreciate it, Bette, and most of the time I succeed. Occasionally I whine, but less this year, now that I’m retired and don’t have to get out and drive in bad weather. That is a huge improvement!
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Beautiful, Bette!
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Thanks so much, Jill. ❤ xo
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A beautiful haiku perfectly matched to a stunning photograph. Well done, Bette.
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Thanks so much, Norah. ❤ xo
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Beautiful, words and photo! 😊
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Thanks so much, Dorinda! ❤
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You’re very welcome, Bette ❤
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Your writing reflects you wonderful appreciation of nature, Bette.
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Thanks so much for your sweet note, Robbie! ❤ xo
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I can feel the warmth of your winter tale Bette. Beautiful!
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Thanks so much, Balroop… ❤ Blessings and love, my friend. xo
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Maybe ESPECIALLY on a cold winter’s night, that glow really matters. It’s like a little blessing.
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Blessing, indeed! 🙂 Delighted I was out to capture it… Thanks so much for your note, Marilyn. xo
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Beautiful photo and beautiful haiku! Blessings to you, Bette! xo
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Thank you, Gayl! ❤ xo
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