Suzanne Delaney Poet Pastoral

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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Line Gauthier May 28, 2021 at 8:17 PM Beautiful. Particularly love the line "Where sturdy oaks stand holding up the sky" ~

Lindsay Laurie December 25, 2019 at 7:03 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

Constance La France October 23, 2019 at 9:48 AM Suz, congratulations on your Podium place with Brian's Blog Series with this lovely poem ! Suzanne Delaney October 23, 2019 at 9:56 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

Mark Toney October 23, 2019 at 8:47 AM Beautiful and brilliant, Suzanne. ~Mark Suzanne Delaney October 23, 2019 at 9:03 AM Thanks Mark:)

Vegter Papyrus October 19, 2019 at 6:45 AM A beautiful thing to see through these words! Suzanne Delaney October 22, 2019 at 1:59 PM Thankyou Vetger: So happy you enjoyed. SuZ

Craig Cornish October 14, 2019 at 6:43 AM Peaceful and refreshing Suz - A sonnet-like feel in iambic pentameter makes it flow smoothly Suzanne Delaney October 14, 2019 at 8:32 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

P.S. Awtry October 1, 2019 at 7:56 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. Suzanne Delaney October 1, 2019 at 7:59 PM Thanks so much. I appreciate you reading and commenting. SuZ

Pat Adams October 1, 2019 at 4:18 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 Suzanne Delaney October 1, 2019 at 4:27 PM Thanks Pat: really appreciate your visit. Best, SuZ

Geoffrey Brewer October 1, 2019 at 1:51 PM Lovely rustic images elegantly portrayed. Well done, Suzanne, and deserving of a win. Suzanne Delaney October 1, 2019 at 2:59 PM Appreciate your kind comments. SuZ

Joseph May October 1, 2019 at 12:03 PM Beautiful depiction of Fall Suzanne...GL in the Contest Suzanne Delaney October 1, 2019 at 2:54 PM Thanks so much, Joseph.

Sunlite Wanter September 30, 2019 at 6:36 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. Suzanne Delaney September 30, 2019 at 6:50 PM Thanks Sunlite: Nice to have you visit. SuZ

Vijay Pandit September 30, 2019 at 3:18 PM Well crafted imagery..I enjoyed the read, SuZ--all the best for a win at the TOP. Suzanne Delaney September 30, 2019 at 6:12 PM Hi Vijay: so good to see you and thanks for you kind wishes for this poem. Best, SuZ

Caren Krutsinger September 30, 2019 at 1:01 PM Delicate and pretty with the exact right touch of autumn. Suzanne Delaney September 30, 2019 at 6:08 PM Thankyou sweet Caren: Always So nice to see you. SuZ

Eric Ashford September 30, 2019 at 12:47 PM Great craft SuZ, and a fine development of the subject. Well done! Suzanne Delaney September 30, 2019 at 6:07 PM Thanks Eric: I always value your feedback. SuZ