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October Sun

Remembering autumn

76 total reviews 
Comment from lyenochka
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Loved how you took us from the setting of the sun to the beauty of the Milky Way. You draw our attention to all the beauty of the Earth during this time of rest for the ground before "Springtime's flair."

 Comment Written 28-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jan-2021
    Thank you for your thoughtful and encouraging review.

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from nancyjam
Exceptional
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading your beautiful poem. wonderful descriptive images throughout give the reader a real sense of the scene before you.
the pink and grey sky as the sun sets, the harvest moon and the stars -
picture painted with a great choice of words.
Beautifully rhymed and with excellent meter.
Thanks for sharing
Nancy

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jan-2021
    Thank you Nancy for your encouraging review and those special stars. So glad you enjoyed it.

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from June Sargent
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With snow on the ground and more to come over the weekend, we are anxiously awaiting spring's return with flair! Autumn is lovely here in New England - with the changing leaves. But the old bones prefer the warmth now of spring and summer. I enjoyed this piece.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
    Thank you June for your encouraging review.
    I?m with on the cold weather which is why we moved from PA to NC 15 years ago. :))))

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from CD Richards
Exceptional
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A very lovely nature poem, with delightful descriptions of scenes typical of autumn. I like the fact it's written in hexameter, rather than the more common 5 or 7 beats. It gives it a unique flavour. Very nicely done.

Craig

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
    Thank you Craig for the excellent review and the special six stars.

    blessings and stay well.
    Janet
Comment from robyn corum
Exceptional
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Janet,

Well, I for one, am pleased and blessed that you rediscovered it. *smile* What a scene! And told so beautifully and clearly in poetic stanzas without the slightest hiccup or interruption to the lyrical quality.

I have always been impressed with your talent. But, starting at this moment, right now, I have entered a new zone of fandom. Wow.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
    Oh Robyn, Your encouragement has had a profound affect on my writing. I was going through a dry spell when I wrote "Another Monday Morning Rain". Your review started me looking through my journals and tablets where I write a line or word that I find interesting and found this October poem. You have really helped me "up my game" and I look forward to finding more nuggets to get me back to being creative. Thank you. You're the best.

    Blessings and thank you too for those shiny stars.
    Janet
reply by robyn corum on 29-Jan-2021
    Yay!!
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
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What a beautiful remembrance of an October day. Your description is vivid and detailed. I enjoyed reading this poem very much. Well done!

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
    Thank you for your encouraging review.

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from DonandVicki
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I enjoyed your poem of another time. You authors notes made me reflect on a happier time, a more innocent time not to long ago. The world seems a bit off kilter.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
    Thank you for your encouraging review.

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from Boogienights
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You have written very eloquently a out my favorite month of the year. Harvest festival's, ,Halloween, pumpkin carving. I love all the sights and smells. Thank you for the reminder. :)

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
    Thank you for your encouraging review.

    Blessings
    Janet
Comment from Michele Harber
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Your words are very vivid, enabling the reader to clearly see the images you describe. The adjectives you chose - i.e., "lofty," "smoky," "snowy," "musty" - are very expressive and add to the beautiful job you do of painting a picture and appealing to the various senses. Your rhymes are well chosen, and I love your pairing of "far" and "repertoire."

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
    Thank you Michele for your most encouraging review.

    Blessings
    Janet

    PS - we spelled our daughter?s name like yours with one ?l?.
reply by Michele Harber on 29-Jan-2021
    You're very welcome - and kudos on the spelling of your daughter's name!
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Exceptional
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October Sun
by Jmf4119

Hello, my friend,

Beautiful rhyming poem about nature and changing seasons. It makes me think of haiku because it has such strong autumn imagery. I almost feel like writing a haiku about your poem. If I do I will give you credit.

Well done!

my haiku interpretation:

Amber Sun by Gypsy Blue Rose, inspired by JMF4119, ''October Sun''

amber sun behind
lofty hills and smoky clouds
twilight chill

dusk settles
as stars shine in the Milky Way
brilliant harvest moon

snowy owl swoops low
to grab its evening prey
echoes on night's edge

leaves swirl down
and scatter near and far
noble trees bereft of glory

fertile ground's repertoire
to rest and rise again
in Springtime

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 30-Jan-2021
    Wow!!! What a wonderful review and extra sparkling stars as well.
    I love the excellent haiku interpretations written from my poem. You are one talented poet. I am beyond impressed.
    Thank you
    Blessings and stay well.
    Janet