Suzanne Delaney Poet Personification

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Collage of Autumn gown by Suzanne Delaney 

Date: 9/26/2021 4:18:00 PM : Published by Old Mounain Press in
“Holiday Cheer” Poetry and Prose Anthology. 2021

STRAND NO 1042
Contest Judged:  12/29/2021 5:40:00 AM
Sponsored by: Brian Strand |
First Place 2022:
Your Favourite Poem from 2021 Premier Contest
Sponsor: Julia Ward
Placed 3rd

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Goddess of Autumn

Gliding down amber, leaf strewn lanes
Her wild hair flowing in golden tones
Goddess of Autumn awakens again
To soothe the sound of Winter’s pain

She lingers in woodsmoke of promises made
Where trees are shedding their Summer shade
She paints their green with a crimson tinge
Beside oaks that stand all acorn-ringed

Her voice is whispering in every glade
Her frosty eyes and spicy smile
Her ragged, leaf brown rustling gown 
Her brisk, bright essence floating down

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Timothy Ray May 29, 2023 at 10:16 PM Autumn is certainly all her own....help in the beauty as gently heralds the splendor in the coming change and so enamoring....one never looks away, clinging to each moment in a total mesmerizing state of existence so lovely captured here in each line.... Suzanne Delaney May 29, 2025 at 1:04 PM Hi Timray: I missed this wonderful comment and also I'm missing Autumn already although May has been so cool it is like an Autumn with green instead of orange leaves.

Sam Kauffman July 20, 2022 at 10:54 AM SuZ, congratulations on your win. Every line speaks of autumn wonders in imagery as vivid as autumn colors and bold metaphoric images. Delightful to read as autumn approaches. High fives and hats off for your publication! Blessings. Suzanne Delaney July 20, 2022 at 4:55 PM Thanks so much for reading and leaving a lovely comment for me. SuZ

Christuraj Alex July 20, 2022 at 7:22 AM Vivid illustration of the autumn. Congratulations!

Paula Goldsmith July 19, 2022 at 9:31 AM Back with "Congratulations" on your New win. A wonderful/creative~~write/picture. I "Love" the write/dress/picture. Have you thought about making things like this for some of your poems??? Have a blessed day writing away................. Suzanne Delaney July 19, 2022 at 5:01 PM Hi Paula: Thanks for your sweet comment. I did make this dress from paper and ribbons. Do you mean have I thought about making more collages for my other poems?

Janice Canerdy July 19, 2022 at 6:24 AM Suzanne, you have made magnificent use of personification in this lovely poem. CONGRATS on your well deserved win. Janice Suzanne Delaney July 19, 2022 at 5:05 PM Thanks so much, Janice.

Julia Ward July 19, 2022 at 3:14 AM So pretty! Well done for its win in the "Your Favourite Poem from 2021", judged by me today. Suzanne Delaney July 19, 2022 at 5:05 PM Thanks Julia: I appreciate the placement and your kind comment. Best, SuZ

Connie Marcum Wong December 29, 2021 at 2:06 PM I am so happy to see this lovely poem on the winners list SuZ. It is a favorite of mine. If you capture some autumn colors on camera please send me a copy or two email. I miss enjoying those autumn colors. Congratulations on your first placement. Have a blessed new year. xxoo Suzanne Delaney July 19, 2022 at 5:10 PM Thanks Connie: I will definitely send some Autumn pics from my upstairs computer. Glad to do that. Hugs, SuZ

Christuraj Alex December 29, 2021 at 6:23 AM "Her wild hair flowing in golden tones" - What a narration! Whole poem is beautiful. Congratulations! Suzanne Delaney July 19, 2022 at 5:12 PM So happy you like this one Christuraj: I tend to think of the spirit of Autumn as a female as you will see a lot of poems on a similar vein sprinkled through my poems.

Paulette Calasibetta October 24, 2021 at 9:41 AM Suzanne, The mystery and magic of autumn are beautifully captured with your skillful verse. Blessings, Paulette Suzanne Delaney November 2, 2021 at 2:32 AM I appreciate your kind words, Paulette. A lovely and inspiring time of year. SuZ

Richard Lamoureux October 4, 2021 at 6:06 AM This is a magical piece. You have such a sweet way of expressing yourself. Blessings Rick. Suzanne Delaney October 23, 2021 at 4:19 PM Thanks so much, Rich. I really appreciate your encouraging words. SuZ

Connie Marcum Wong October 3, 2021 at 5:00 PM SuZ, the colors you describe convey warm autumn hues that belie the approaching chill. Your artwork is outstanding. I enjoy the beauty of this season you so creatively express. Thank you for your thoughtful comments about my son. I know everyone’s prayers saved him. So nice to read your poetry again. Blessings xxoo Suzanne Delaney October 23, 2021 at 4:25 PM Hi Connie: Thanks for your sweet comment on my Autumn poem. Who would have believed that I would get so much inspiration from Fall after living in the tropics for most of my life. I am glad your son continues to improve.

Paula Goldsmith October 1, 2021 at 11:33 AM A creative write and collage. You are filled with all kinds of talent. Can you wear the dress??? Are going to fame it??? Have blessed day writing away.............. Suzanne Delaney October 3, 2021 at 3:45 PM Hi Paula. Thanks for your lovely visit. It is only made of paper and I gave it away to a friend that loved it. I can always make another if I want to. Have a wonderful week. SuZ

Lindsay Laurie September 27, 2021 at 6:04 PM Hello Suzanne ... certainly a great description of autumn as it prepares for the winter to follow - thank you Suzanne - Lindsay Suzanne Delaney September 28, 2021 at 2:53 AM Hi Lindsay: Always so nice to hear from you. If anything can awaken my Muse- it’s Autumn. Best, SuZ

Gary Radice September 27, 2021 at 10:38 AM I love the personification in your poem and for some reason the word 'woodsmoke'..It is conjuring up so many visions and sounds and smells for me in just the one word. The collage is brilliant too. Cheers - Gary Suzanne Delaney September 28, 2021 at 2:51 AM Thanks for your thoughtful comment, Gary and making me feel good today about my art etc. Cheers, SuZ

Vijay Pandit September 27, 2021 at 5:49 AM Awesome write, SuZ. Enjoyed the lovely tone and flow. Your art is superb. Suzanne Delaney September 27, 2021 at 9:34 AM Thanks so much,Vijay: Autumn always awakens my Muse. Hugs, SuZ

Tom Cunningham September 27, 2021 at 12:48 AM Love this Suz, she's already making her presence felt here. Your artwork is amazing. Have a lovely week. Tom Suzanne Delaney September 27, 2021 at 9:35 AM Gee Tom: Thanks so much. I enjoy the creating. Hugs, SuZ

Geoffrey Brewer September 26, 2021 at 7:10 PM Gorgeous rich images of a wistful season! You describe it with love and skilful words, Suzanne.