November

An Arctic wind comes reaping the mild air,
breath hangs in clouds and grass hides under frost,
low morning sun soaks branches soon stripped bare,
boots wallow in the reds and golds now lost.
Chevrons of Geese head south for warmer climes,
ground creatures bedding down until the spring,
their instincts telling them it is the time
when nature's heartbeat slows, and no birds sing.
No kindness shown as autumn's laid to rest,
no mercy given, winter's blade unsheathed,
it's willing victim gladly bares it's breast
and falls, in pallid shades the land is wreathed.

Each year this drama plays, the rise and fall
consoled by distant promise, spring will call.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Breedt Avatar
November 22, 2016 at 8:01 PM
Hi Viv Chevrons of geese? Nice line. Come down here its 45 Celcius in Nov. I will take the cold.
Lindley Avatar
November 13, 2016 at 9:02 AM
WHAT A PURE BEAUTY OF A SONNET FOR ME TO FIND AND ENJOY READING FIRST THING THIS GREAT MORN! I rate this as tops in sonnets. As it describes the subject and flows so very well. A7, adding to my fav list.. perhaps you should consider doing more sonnets.
Wigley Avatar
November 14, 2016 at 12:23 AM
From a seasoned Sonneteer as yourself, Robert, I take that as a huge compliment. Yes, I really should write more. Will try harder. Many thanks. Regards, Viv
Beaufort Avatar
November 11, 2016 at 11:26 AM
Elegant verse, sir!
Wigley Avatar
November 14, 2016 at 12:22 AM
Thanks, Duke, it appears to have struck a chord. Regards, Viv
Vaso Avatar
November 6, 2016 at 8:25 PM
Loved how you illustrated the coming of winter! Now come to Canada so I can show you a real winter!!! :) Cheers!
Wigley Avatar
November 7, 2016 at 12:58 AM
Arthur, I wouldn't last five minutes there. Would need whisky intravenously. regards, Viv
Gifford Avatar
November 6, 2016 at 4:01 PM
Great imagery, Viv. especially liked your second line. A 10, but 7 will have to do. ~~~ Darlene
Wigley Avatar
November 7, 2016 at 12:59 AM
Thanks, Darlene, I do hope you're well. Viv x
Godwin Avatar
November 5, 2016 at 11:02 AM
The breeze of beauty touches my skin as initiated by your lovely poem ... CayCay
Wigley Avatar
November 6, 2016 at 1:46 AM
Thanks, CayCay, hope you're well. Not a lot of hours in the day for me at present, am hoping to have some free time to play catch up with everyone soon. Viv x
Murray Avatar
November 4, 2016 at 3:43 PM
Autumn's nice. Could we just skip winter?
Wigley Avatar
November 6, 2016 at 1:46 AM
Naked sunbathing in winter is dangerous, for a male, Jean. Frostbite. Small frostbite x
Murray Avatar
November 5, 2016 at 4:46 AM
In winter, summer, or both Viv?
Wigley Avatar
November 5, 2016 at 1:50 AM
Agree, Jean, I'm not a huge fan. Seasonal affected disorder and all that. And naked sunbathing is no fun, either. Viv x
Lane Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 8:55 AM
Quite a lovely farewell sonnet to Fall, Viv. I particularly like your 12th line.
Wigley Avatar
November 5, 2016 at 1:50 AM
Thanks, Lin, lovely to hear from you. Viv x
Daniel Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 7:45 AM
Lovely November brings the hope of Spring:) great sonnet, Viv:)
Wigley Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 8:38 AM
Thanks, Jo, a bleak time, but only temporary. Viv
Gupta Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 5:32 AM
Lovely imagery in striking words ... message of hope ... very nice ....
Wigley Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 8:39 AM
Thanks, Probir, appreciate it. Regards, Viv
Cadet Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 1:37 AM
Such a lovely read, Viv W. Thank you for sharing. -- Wesley C.
Wigley Avatar
November 3, 2016 at 8:39 AM
My pleasure, Wesley. Regards, Viv
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