Connie Marcum Wong Poet Rhyme

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Autumn Afterglow

Autumn Afterglow

As halcyon summer days 
    wave goodbye
Bucolic trees seen from 
    an autumn sky
Become a cynosure 
    of colored bliss
So heat of summer days 
    we will not miss.

When dawn's hoarfrost gleams 
    on gossamer seams,
As diamonds are bestowed 
    by sunlit beams
With pastiche of rainbow 
    hues in tall trees,

Leaves begin their dance 
    when cool zephyrs tease,
Imbued with beauty and 
   susurrus sound
A wayward wafture before 
    touching ground.

7-19-22

~7th Place Premiere Contest~
2022 Poetry Marathon Mile 8 Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Mark Toney


10-30-18
A Personal Favorite Poem Written in 2018~First Place~
Contest Judged:  12/12/2018 4:26:00 AM
Sponsored by: Carolyn Devonshire 

EARLY NOVEMBER 2018,ANY FORM,ANY THEME,UPTO A MAX OF 20 LINES
Sponsored by: Brian Strand ~First Place~

SEASONAL OR UNSEASONAL Poetry Contest~5th Placement~
Sponsored by: Kim Rodrigues 

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Len Gasun July 23, 2022 at 10:20 PM A fascinating picture in your outstanding poem my dear friend Connie. I love this a lot. Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on your shining win! Blessings. Hugs

Susan Ashley July 22, 2022 at 6:13 PM Dear Connie, I remember this stunning gem! I love the transition of summer to autumn and your vivid imagery brought me to the heart of this lush poem once again. I especially adore the use of the words susurrus and wafture among many other marvelous word choices. So beautiful! Congratulations for your excellent win in Mark’s contest. Warmest wishes, my sweet friend.. ~Susan

Suzanne Delaney July 22, 2022 at 4:13 AM My favorite season of all, Connie You have described it in all its glory. Congratulations on your win. Hugs SuZ

Regina Mcintosh July 21, 2022 at 5:17 AM Love it! Congrats always - You're an inspiration! God bless you sweet lady. Love, Gina

Mark Toney July 20, 2022 at 9:23 PM Connie, your flowing rhythm and word choice are delightful as you take us from summer into autumn; and your use of alliteration throughout the poem amplifies the "susurrus sound" effects. Congratulations on your win on mile 8 of my 2022 Poetry Marathon Contest. Keep your running shoes on, because Mile 9 has already started! Connie Marcum Wong July 20, 2022 at 11:51 PM I am delighted to be on your winner’s list Mark. You had some awesome entries and I imagine it was difficult choosing only 10. Thank you so much for including my poem on your premiere list. Blessings xxoo

Christuraj Alex July 20, 2022 at 8:22 PM Great description with beautiful words and images. Congratulations!

Andrea Dietrich July 20, 2022 at 6:49 PM wowowow, way to go, Connie. So glad to see you on the marathon winner list with this gem! Connie Marcum Wong July 20, 2022 at 11:53 PM Thanks a lot Andrea. Your poignant poem was stunning. I am so happy you won the Trophy. Blessings xxoo

Caren Krutsinger September 8, 2020 at 11:36 AM What a fantastic poem Connie. I have no idea why it took me this long to find it, but I am glad that I did. The beauty in this poem is such a reverent salute and tribute to the weather and season we are about to enter. Lovely in every way! Connie Marcum Wong September 9, 2020 at 11:38 AM Thank you very much Karen. I love the season very much. I can’t seem to write now that my husband who inspired me so is gone. Blessings xxoo

Sandra Haight December 17, 2018 at 8:33 AM Such a beautifully written autumn poem, Connie. Your imagery is amazing painted by your awesome words of expression. Congratulations on being Number One on the one hundred best new poems list, and for your well-deserved First Place win in Carolyn's contest! Also, a Fave for me! Hugs, Sandra

Constance La France December 12, 2018 at 3:14 PM Connie, congratulations on your awesome win in the contest with this beautiful write ~

Jan Allison December 12, 2018 at 2:43 PM as beautiful as Autumn itself Connie, a gem of a poem and you will be well rewarded with a stuning jewel from Carolyn:-) hugs Jan xx

Laura Leiser December 12, 2018 at 11:25 AM I knew your magnificent poem would be at the top, Connie! Congrats to you! :)

P.S. Awtry December 12, 2018 at 8:37 AM Congratulations! Such beautiful words :)

Carolyn Devonshire December 12, 2018 at 4:38 AM I've expressed my thoughts on this poem to you many times, so just let me add congratulations on your first place win! I have a special prize for you. Love, Carolyn

Darlene De Beaulieu December 1, 2018 at 2:34 PM Hello Connie, I have just finished reading this poem. I like this poem. It sets the scene for autumn, now that summer is gone.Autumn is a beautiful season, Have a nice evening my friend.

Lynn D. December 1, 2018 at 12:23 PM Brilliant! Beautifully written! Intelligent and Poetic!

Geoffrey Brewer December 1, 2018 at 12:03 AM A scintillating selection of descriptive word and images, the last verse especially evocative. Well written, Connie

Eve Roper November 30, 2018 at 6:58 PM Back to say congratulations on the very 1st spot light on Popular Poems.. just stunning

Ralph Sergi November 30, 2018 at 4:29 PM Beautifully rendered like a work of art.

Lin Lane November 29, 2018 at 5:55 AM You've set such a very descriptive pastoral scene, Connie. While most people attest to Spring being their favorite season, I've always relished Autumn. I think poets find inspiration from the tragedy of trees losing their leaves and the foreshadowing of Winter snows. I applaud you for your mastery of the vocabulary words used. Hope your recovery is swift. Hugs.

Robertina B. November 26, 2018 at 12:27 AM Congratulations on being number 1 on the list, my friend.. You had created a masterpiece!! Absolutely breathtaking!! Autumn is my favorite time of year.. I was mesmerized completely while reading... It literally had me swept away with your amazing imagery!! Many blessings..

Robert Lindley November 25, 2018 at 8:02 AM Congratulations my dear friend on your beautiful gem being number One on the One hundred best new poems list! Your poetry always awes and inspires me. Connie Marcum Wong November 25, 2018 at 3:18 PM Thank you very much Robert. That is so kind coming from such a talented poet as you are. Love, Connie xxoo : )

Sherry Asbury November 21, 2018 at 8:25 PM This is a winner! Made me feel so cool and free. I live in a hospital bed and wheelchair - so do not get outside...thank you for bringing fall in to me! Connie Marcum Wong November 21, 2018 at 9:46 PM Thank you very much Sherry. I appreciate your lovely comment. I am just comming off a walker and bed myself from having knee replacement surgery. It takes quite some time to recoup. I am happy you enjoyed my autumn poem! : )

Vijay Pandit November 21, 2018 at 1:56 PM Congrats Connie for being #1 on the best poem chart..well deserved! Connie Marcum Wong November 21, 2018 at 2:34 PM Thank you very much Vijay. I feel honored to have my autumn poem at the top of the list. Another thing to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Blessings, Connie xxoo

Michael Wegman November 21, 2018 at 7:34 AM What an AMAZING kaleidoscope of images, colors, textures, sounds and smells in this wonderful piece. It has made my morning. Thank you and CONGRATS on the well deserve win! Connie Marcum Wong November 21, 2018 at 2:38 PM I so appreciate your wonderful comment on my little autumn poem Michael. Thank you very much! : )

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