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Heron

In the cloud-grey mornings
I heard the herons flying;
And when I came into my garden,
My silken outer-garment
Trailed over withered leaves.
A dried leaf crumbles at a touch,
But I have seen many Autumns
With herons blowing like smoke
Across the sky.

–Amy Lowell (1874–1925)

Friday, November 16, 2018
320th day of the year
Winter begins in 35 days

Lisa Bonet (actress) was born on this day in 1967.
Northern Dancer (racehorse) died on this day in 1990.


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