Suzanne Delaney Poet Free verse

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Happenstance

Under the spell of Autumn and twilight
we encounter a pair of deer 

their delicate forms 
in soft shades of grey
poised for flight
a still life

We linger, transfixed until instinct
overtakes, and they flee.

All we take is a memory.

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Joe Maverick March 31, 2022 at 2:34 PM Life and snatches of memory, there some That recur that have jot been that dramatic Yet they imprint on our senses more than Others, Enjoyed the words and picture Suzzanne.'

Connie Marcum Wong January 12, 2022 at 6:50 AM Memories like this become poetry in motion. I love this SuZ. Blessings xxoo

Kim Rodrigues December 29, 2021 at 7:21 AM Sounds like a beautiful moment!

Geoffrey Brewer November 4, 2021 at 6:39 PM A magical encounter, beautifully described, Suzanne.

Michelle Faulkner October 25, 2021 at 4:11 PM A lovely picture of an autumn afternoon, your verse, and that last line especially, as graceful as the deer~ Suzanne Delaney October 25, 2021 at 5:22 PM Thanks so much for coming by, Michelle: I appreciate your kind words. SuZ

Jenna Logan October 24, 2021 at 5:03 AM The memory of a moment when we see the beauty of such creatures is a privilege. Great write, Suzanne. Suzanne Delaney October 24, 2021 at 5:13 AM Thanks for your lovely visit, Jenna: Have a happy Sunday. SuZ

Vijay Pandit October 24, 2021 at 4:59 AM Poised for flight--a still life--exactly what I see in your photo. A moment so well captured, SuZ! Suzanne Delaney October 24, 2021 at 5:09 AM Thanks Vijay: Encounters with nature bring easy inspiration. Thanks for your kind words. Best, SuZ

Jan Allison October 24, 2021 at 4:51 AM simply stunning Suzanne, so few words say so much, excellent ink, straight into my faves xx:-) hugs Jan xx Suzanne Delaney October 24, 2021 at 5:00 AM Thanks Jan: This happened yesterday just at the end of our street so it is still fresh in my memory. Appreciate your commenting. Best, SuZ