Autumn

The wound is barely visible to the naked eye, Yet the pain still lingers in my mind. As the autumn days dawdle by In the heart there is no peace to find. The autumn hues of memories fall In shapes of abstract art. I search for the most perfect one of all The memory that stands apart. I scrabble through the heaps of gold As winds of pain, make them dance. Years of stories now untold In my heart they swirl and prance. On the barren branches of my heart Rowdy birds of thought gather together, Deciding who should stay, who depart. Memories of you will linger forever.

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Zzzzz Zzzzz

Date: 9/5/2011 10:28:00 AM

An outstanding piece of imaginative poetry. Strong, poetic imagery, beautifully linked together! Autumn is the perfect season to use here in metaphor. Excellent! xoxo Robert.

Sharon Winter

Date: 4/22/2011 6:57:00 AM

I cannot get rid of the chills, but no surprise as your excellent writing has always left a deeply haunting and lingering effect on me. Hello beautiful friend! Hearing from you is is like feeling the sun on a cold, cloudy day. A gift. What joy, and thank you so, so much. Don't know why I've been drawn here lately, its been a pretty bad year so far, for sure. Writing, seems the best outlet. Hope all is good in your world. Much love to you, and all good things, always. Be well, shar xoxoxo

John Rhinem

Date: 7/13/2009 9:49:00 AM

~ "Upon my post of last night: for "You Are A Joy Unto My Heart To behold!!!!:):):) And, I am sincerely sorry for my own amissfulness in regards to commenting upon "Your Own Jewels Poetry;" but I have been so tied up for tha most part! Yet, I promise that I shall joyfully see "Your Beauty" tomorrow!!! "My Love Always & Forever To 'You & Your Loves, Eternally, John!!!":):) Smile, "Bye Precious Hedie Buys" ~

John Rhinem

Date: 7/13/2009 9:45:00 AM

Ahh, "Your Precious & Priceless Heart," presented with a profound piece within its "Beauty" missing...."You never fail to amaze myself, with the abilitities to craft so well and profoundly "Your" deepest thoughts...."Hello Percious, Priceless, Gifted & Beautiful Heidie Buys!!!!":):):) ~ I hope that life I'd treating "Your Splendors" marvelously dearest lady!!!?:):):) And, today is my birthday, and It would be a honor and a joy to see "Your Absloute Treasures" ~ Cont. ~

Brian Strand

Date: 9/6/2008 12:47:00 AM

Just the one to re-read at this time of year Heidie..loved this image'The autumn hues of memories fall/In shapes of abstract art.'They do indeed.Very inspirational phrasing.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments

Joseph Spence Sr

Date: 9/5/2008 9:53:00 AM

This is a wonderful piece. I like the rhyming pattern. It really flows with the poem and gives it a special touch. I really like the last two stanzas. They are perfect. Great job! ~Joseph

James Foulk

Date: 8/9/2008 5:28:00 PM

a great piece of poetry, enjoyed reading it

Date: 8/3/2008 4:05:00 PM

Thought provoking poem with an honest feel to it. The title is fitting for the piece. Nice use of personification and imagery to forward your message. Thank you for sharing your talent with us and for your encouraging words regarding my writing. Best wishes. Have a nice day! Karen

Michael Degenhardt

Date: 7/17/2008 4:50:00 AM

Seasons so well express the ideas of memories and searching to find them again. Your use of imagery in this is amazing and the rhyme scheme is perfect as it makes the read wonderful. Michael