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October

October turns another numbered page
Act three of nature's seasonal ballet
While dreams of summer gradually assuage
Bright dancing leaves now star in autumn's play

Chilled mornings waken to a heavy dew
Cold mercury begins it's slow descent
The sun pulls closer for a better view
And blankets thrown on beds wear moth balls' scent

But spirits are not dampened by the change
Young children's dreams grow sweeter by the day
While mothers clean spare rooms and rearrange
As they prepare for coming holidays

October means that festive times are here
Let's grab ourselves a bratwurst and a beer


   an original poem by Daniel Turner

Copyright © Daniel Turner | Year Posted 2016

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Afolabi Muideen Date: 9/26/2016 3:52:00 AM My friend, I love this pleasant gem, I love the feeling it gives. Oh this is so so great...........A.M. Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/26/2016 10:09:00 AM Thank you so much A.M. I'm glad you like it. I appreciate your kind comments and your support. Help yourself to a brat and beer:)

Sandra Haight Date: 9/25/2016 7:02:00 PM Such a joyous, festive Sonnet, Daniel! I enjoyed your poem very much. I was shopping today and all the Holloween decorations have been out for a while and now Thanksgiving and Christmas too. Your Sonnets are amazing! Sandra Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/26/2016 10:07:00 AM Thank you, Mrs Sandra. Yes, I believe the retailers do tend to rush the seasons. I appreciate your kind comments and your visits. It's always nice to share a smile:)

Cheryl Hoffman Date: 9/25/2016 7:24:00 AM Lovely imagery in this poem about October! Made me smile, especially the part about the moth ball scent of the blankets!:) Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/25/2016 6:00:00 PM Thank you, Cheryl. I'm not even sure people still use moth balls:) I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Nette Onclaud Date: 9/24/2016 10:43:00 PM ohh, sumptous delight of a month that spells contentment, reflection and beauty... you shine, daniel!..huggs Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/25/2016 7:04:00 AM Thank you Nette. I'm glad you like it. I appreciate your kind comments and support.

Jean Murray Date: 9/24/2016 5:02:00 PM Moth balls I remember from childhood. I love the line about the sun pulling closer. That must be why it gets in my eyes. Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 7:32:00 PM Thank you, Jean. Yes, actually the earth is the one moving closer as the days grow shorter but that wouldn't fit:) I'm glad you dropped by, grab yourself a brat and a glass of beer:)

Paul Callus Date: 9/24/2016 4:08:00 PM A sonnet which offers the reader a delightful Oktoberfest, Daniel! I'll take you up on the bratwurst and beer:) Regards // paul Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 7:30:00 PM Thank you, Paul. I love to eat so come on over, I have plenty for everyone:) I appreciate your kind visits.

Maurice Yvonne Date: 9/24/2016 2:04:00 PM I just love this charming expertly penned sonnet. This was a pleasurable read for me. Thank you kind sir! Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 7:28:00 PM Thank you Maurice. I appreciate your kindness. Let's grab a brat and glass of beer:)

Phillip Garcia Date: 9/24/2016 11:02:00 AM Sign me up for the bratwurst n beer. Sounds wonderful. I also like how you coupled the 3 syllable words together throughout. Created a very halloweeny rhythm. Very cool. I didn't like how I had to look up what assuage means, but I don't hold you responsible for my idiocy Excellent write! Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 12:49:00 PM Thanks, Phillip. Expanding your vocabulary is a good thing. I appreciate your kindness.:)

Joanna Daniel Date: 9/24/2016 8:02:00 AM Wow, great metaphor used:) Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 8:46:00 AM Thank you, Jo. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your time and support. You are so kind:)

Supraja Kannan Date: 9/23/2016 10:10:00 PM Beautiful sonnet...I enjoyed it... Thanks for sharing it... Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/24/2016 7:32:00 AM Thank you Supraja. I really do appreciate your support. I always look forward to your visits:)

Darlene De Beaulieu Date: 9/23/2016 3:21:00 PM Daniel I enjoyed your poem October is a busy month,for children and adults to celebrate to. Your poem is a good read. Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/23/2016 3:27:00 PM Thank you, Darlene. I appreciate your kind comments and support. Have a great weekend!

Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 9/23/2016 2:45:00 PM - October described as a happy month in your magnificent poem, Daniel - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/23/2016 3:27:00 PM Thank you, Anne-Lise. Hoping you are well. I appreciate your kind comments. Have a great weekend!

Barry Stebbings Date: 9/23/2016 1:19:00 PM Good descriptive October sonnet, Daniel. Well done. Barry Login to Reply Daniel Turner Date: 9/23/2016 3:26:00 PM Thank you, Barry. I appreciate your time and kind comments. Have a great weekend:)