Autumnal

Yesterday has passed,
today I shall rise and dream,
let mourning stars fade.
Some flowers may wilt,
Yet fragrance remains when skies-
bleed cantaloupe hope.
Ruby crowned kinglets,
croon and rest on bleak brown shrubs,
as rays of autumn-
swiftly glide amongst,
peridot promises wrapped
in crisp memories.
But when ink comes as
wind-swept secrets tumbling in,
russet streaks of sun,
I'll stretch honey dipped
fingers, to sketch your saffron,
name across twilight.
Maybe dance of leaves,
and flurry hues would define,
unseen tomorrows.
As weightless amber,
carries warm crimson kisses,
Sealed in spiced silence.
So when rosy moon
returns amidst silver clouds
sing sweet songs of love.
You and I, we are-
poetry woven in red,
beneath gloaming gold,
painting crystal clear wishes.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Seeker Avatar
October 26, 2023 at 3:14 PM
A brilliant Choka! You did this in one breath, it seems!
Andresen Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 10:55 AM
-"I'll stretch honey dipped fingers, to sketch your saffron, name across twilight" ... beautifully described - A wonderful poem, Ink ... congratulations on your win :) - hugs
Empress Avatar
October 7, 2023 at 8:39 AM
Awwn thank you so muchhhh
Poet Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 10:12 AM
Dear Ink, congratulations on your win in my contest. This exquisite piece of poetry is a true gem overflowing with an abundance of vivid and captivating imagery. Your mastery of diction is evident in the flawless composition of this well-crafted poem. Within its verses, you skillfully portray the transitions with such intricate precision, and eloquence that one cannot help but marvel at your artistry.
Empress Avatar
October 7, 2023 at 8:39 AM
Thank you so much for not just placing my poem but also for your supportive and kind comment about my poem truly im grateful
Goldsmith Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 8:27 AM
Congratulations on your win.  Your "Autumnal" is a beautiful Choka write. I really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day writing away....................
Empress Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 9:02 AM
Thank u kindly
Daniel Avatar
October 3, 2023 at 6:30 PM
This flows so wonderfully, a superb choka, Ink..."peridot promises wrapped in crisp memories", "As weightless amber, carries warm crimson kisses, Sealed in spiced silence" - wow! So many touching lines... Amazing work, IE:)
Empress Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 9:02 AM
Awwn thank you beautiful joanna i am ever so grateful for your generous and sincere support thank u so very much truly
Delaney Avatar
October 3, 2023 at 3:10 PM
Blowing my mind here with these fabulous fall descriptions. I so want to write another Autumn poem for this year but I just lost dear little dog and inspiration is at a low ebb. Perhaps if I really try- something will come.Autumn kisses….SuZ
Delaney Avatar
October 9, 2023 at 12:45 PM
Thanks Dear Empress: He did love the meadow and I walk down there to remember him.Thanks for your thoughtful reply. Hugs, SuZ
Empress Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 9:02 AM
Im so sorry for your loss, must be painful, maybe you can write about how much you miss your little dog as winter arrives and how changing colors somehow remind you of your little dog, thank u for the autumn kisses, and i appreciate ur support truly always
Hind Avatar
October 3, 2023 at 2:55 PM
Gorgeous work!
Empress Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 9:00 AM
Thank u beautiful
Croft Avatar
October 3, 2023 at 1:11 PM
Lovely! I wish I could write as well as you, your words flow so easily. Thanks for your comment!
Empress Avatar
October 5, 2023 at 9:00 AM
No problem it was my pleasure and thank u too
Jayasankar Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 11:45 PM
Aw... what a magical sprinkle of romantic write for your beloved, dear sweet ink empress... I was hold spellbound as I read it from the beginning to the end. "when skies bleed cantaloupe hope".. " peridot promises wrapped in crisp memories "... and " warm crimson kisses sealed in spiced silence "... you are such a gifted writer who never fails to captivate your readers with your talented ink..Sure a top winner..Hugs... ~ Ani
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:47 AM
Thank you kind soul for your comment, truly grateful, that you felt the emotions within this write. And you are very talented and kind
Mitra Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 10:22 PM
Aha...what a smooth stream of words, made the reader drift through simply exotic ..
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:46 AM
Thank you so much kind soul im forever grateful for your generous and sincere support
Roper Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 9:39 PM
A canvas full of color. A still-life of days and what it carries with it. Enjoyed reading this well done Choka.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:39 AM
Thank you so much means alot coming from a talented poetess like you. Grateful always
Dutta Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 8:26 PM
May be dance of leaves and flurry hues would define unseen tomorrows….. Outstanding ! Sure , the poem will win.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:33 AM
Thank you so much for your visit and for your kindness beautiful soul. Truly grateful
Kendrick Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 3:11 PM
Way to go for a contest, IE. Reads like a good contender to me. Thanks for sharing it with us and for dropping by my page. Sara
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:22 AM
Thank you so much Sara, yes was for a contest, and i appreciate you dropping by my page too.
Narain Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 10:06 AM
Well penned poem. Wow.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:17 AM
Thank you so very much
Riabi Dziri Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 10:04 AM
"We are poetry woven in red" fashioning an amazing tapestry of the reigning season.. So splendid and majestic what your ink is spilling! So profound and meticulous is your display of autumnal landscape and atmosphere! So impressed by the type of poetry unfamiliar to me but adeptly approached by you dear Empress! Always a treat to read you! God bless you. My most sincere salutations.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:16 AM
So good to hear from you Dear kind Besma, thank you so much for your feedback and for understanding my poem and feeling my words, grateful for your poetic presence
Sands Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 7:51 AM
Wow. This is beautiful and I love the ending too. You are a good writer :)
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:12 AM
Thats so kind of you to say, thank you so much
Lawless Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 6:13 AM
"I'll stretch honey dipped fingers, to sketch your saffron name across twilight'...WOW.....I think I just saw Autumn blush.....beautifully done Ink
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:09 AM
Thank you so much, for not just reading but feeling my words. Truly grateful. Always
Rhymes Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 5:21 AM
Always a great write
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:08 AM
Thank you so much
George Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 5:15 AM
You make me spell bound each time I read you. All that is beautiful won't stay, yet all is not lost."Some flowers may wilt, Yet fragrance remains when skies- bleed cantaloupe hope." Much remains to be craved for and there is fragrance still lingering in the air. So there is always scope for dreaming fresh dreams. How beautifully you have set the stage for the blooming of an ardent love.This poem has made my heart leap in a kind of ecstasy..... don't know why, may be at the thought of 'dancing leaves defining unseen tomorrows'. Sweet.... very sweet! My comment is a series of scattered thoughts. Wonder if I make any sense.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 7:07 AM
Awwn this means do much coming from a talented poetess like you truly, thank you so very much for your sincere and heartfelt thoughts on my poem as always. I alwYs smile when i read your comments cus they are so uplifting and soulful! Grateful for your poetic presence.
Pandit Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 5:09 AM
WOW! You have woven beautiful tapestries of autumn adorned in verses of love, my friend. A perfect blend of intellect and creativity. Maybe dance of leaves, and flurry hues would define, unseen tomorrows. As weightless amber, carries warm crimson kisses, Sealed in spiced silence. So when rosy moon returns amidst silver clouds sing sweet songs of love--simply beautiful! A definite FAVE!
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:43 AM
Your response truly made me so happy! Thank you so much for a very heartfelt and supportive comment, u am so glad you felt emotions too in this poem, means alot and appreciate your fave too. Truly
Edmonds  Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 3:12 AM
A beautiful autumnal Choka poem Ink, wonderful lines, every one… Belle
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:39 AM
Thank you kindly, always for your generous and sincere support. Grateful always
One Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 2:39 AM
I see you have worked out how to use the italic option.. Now you are really showing your poetic talent here with a choka.. you certainly have not found the syllable limitations difficult and have written a poem full of vivid imagery... So many great lines here like sing sweet songs of love and sealed in spice silence... and those crimson kisses sound delightful... good luck in the contest.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:37 AM
Wht a beautiful comment silent one, yes i learned how to use fonts lol haha was hard, i still need to learn how to upload pics. Or maybe its good that i dont know. Chokas are easy. No big deal. But im glad u think this is good thank u so much
Buhagiar Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 1:25 AM
I have written poems about Autumn and have a new one for tomorrow, hopefully. Your poem is fantastic. I dread posting mine. So full of emotions and imagery. Truly a poetic fav.
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:32 AM
Thank you so much Victor, i cant wait to read yours, i love autumnal poems. Grateful for your feedback
Sharma  Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 12:16 AM
Dearest Ink, what a most gorgeous Choka this is, I'm swooning over the brilliant imagery and mesmeric scintilla of your resplendent words.. Ah, do profound and enchanting with breathtaking vocabulary! You use of colours here is absolutely spellbinding and the way you've described fading of darkness along with emergence of hope.. Ah, so beautiful.. "Ruby crowned kinglets, croon and rest on bleak brown shrubs, as rays of autumn","bleed cantaloupe hope", "peridot promises wrapped in crisp memories"
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:22 AM
Awwn my angelic star! Thank u so much for your generous and kind support always grateful for your kindness and to have someone that understands every words i weave. Bless you
Sharma  Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 12:19 AM
"As weightless amber, carries warm crimson kisses", " Crimson kisses", "flurry hues", ",name across twilight", " Honey dipped fingers" Such elegant phraseology and those ending lines are truly saccharine.. Wow, an excellent choka, loved reading this, best of luck :)
Onpaper Avatar
October 1, 2023 at 12:16 AM
This chokaaaaa mmmmmm!!! Yesterday has passed,today I shall rise and dream,. My brain like this too .. Some flowers may wilt,Yet fragrance remains.. ooo sooo true!! I'll stretch honey dipped fingers, to sketch your saffron, name across twilight… oh my!! Yes please !! You and I, we are poetry woven in red, beneath gloaming gold,.. mmm u making me blush papi aeeeee!!! Gorgeous warm gold fall piece!!
Empress Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 6:25 AM
HahHa i can hear you saying all this! Crazy lolol thank u so much for reading and for leaving your thoughtful feedback. Grateful always
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