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An Autumn Pastoral

How is it in this meadow plush with grass Where sturdy oaks stand holding up the sky Their shade recedes -long summer days decry To fade their glinting leaves to molten brass Leaves that turn into October’s dream Floating down as rustic butterflies In Nature’s oft repeating Fall disguise Bright canvases that set first frost agleam

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Date: 5/28/2021 8:17:00 PM
Beautiful. Particularly love the line "Where sturdy oaks stand holding up the sky" ~
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Date: 12/25/2019 7:03:00 PM
Hello Suzanne … it's marvellous how Mother Nature works. Autumn provides the nutrients for the beautiful oaks after awakening in spring. Nicely written Suzanne - Lindsay
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Date: 10/23/2019 9:48:00 AM
Suz, congratulations on your Podium place with Brian's Blog Series with this lovely poem !
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/23/2019 9:56:00 AM
WOW...thanks Constance: You have lifted my spirits. I am having difficulty walking this week and so being confined to bed I got into poetry. What a wonderful escape when that happens. Hugs, SuZ
Date: 10/23/2019 8:47:00 AM
Beautiful and brilliant, Suzanne. ~Mark
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/23/2019 9:03:00 AM
Thanks Mark:)
Date: 10/19/2019 6:45:00 AM
A beautiful thing to see through these words!
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/22/2019 1:59:00 PM
Thankyou Vetger: So happy you enjoyed. SuZ
Date: 10/14/2019 6:43:00 AM
Peaceful and refreshing Suz - A sonnet-like feel in iambic pentameter makes it flow smoothly
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/14/2019 8:32:00 AM
Good Morning Craig: Always a treat to hear from you. How is it that Autumn has rolled around again, so quickly. Must check your page for some Autumn poems, Best, SuZ
Date: 10/1/2019 7:56:00 PM
Where sturdy oaks stand holding up the sky--I see others beat me to it! that's a nice line. the meter and imagery complement one another for a very pleasant effect.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/1/2019 7:59:00 PM
Thanks so much. I appreciate you reading and commenting. SuZ
Date: 10/1/2019 4:18:00 PM
I love it all but the sturdy oaks holding up the sky stood out to me. Very well done! I'm sure it will place......pat
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/1/2019 4:27:00 PM
Thanks Pat: really appreciate your visit. Best, SuZ
Date: 10/1/2019 1:51:00 PM
Lovely rustic images elegantly portrayed. Well done, Suzanne, and deserving of a win.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/1/2019 2:59:00 PM
Appreciate your kind comments. SuZ
Date: 10/1/2019 12:03:00 PM
Beautiful depiction of Fall Suzanne...GL in the Contest
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 10/1/2019 2:54:00 PM
Thanks so much, Joseph.
Date: 9/30/2019 6:36:00 PM
Thank you for commenting on my poem for it brought me to this lovely one that I so enjoyed reading. You painted a perfect fall picture.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 9/30/2019 6:50:00 PM
Thanks Sunlite: Nice to have you visit. SuZ
Date: 9/30/2019 3:18:00 PM
Well crafted imagery..I enjoyed the read, SuZ--all the best for a win at the TOP.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 9/30/2019 6:12:00 PM
Hi Vijay: so good to see you and thanks for you kind wishes for this poem. Best, SuZ
Date: 9/30/2019 1:01:00 PM
Delicate and pretty with the exact right touch of autumn.
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 9/30/2019 6:08:00 PM
Thankyou sweet Caren: Always So nice to see you. SuZ
Date: 9/30/2019 12:47:00 PM
Great craft SuZ, and a fine development of the subject. Well done!
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Suzanne Delaney
Date: 9/30/2019 6:07:00 PM
Thanks Eric: I always value your feedback. SuZ

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