Home » Poems » Gershon Wolf » Precious Moments - October Sun

Precious Moments - October Sun

A friend who warms the earth
   though unlike Spring, when she gives birth
to blooms and blossoms, on hill, in vale
   October sun's yellow's a shade of pale

She parts the clouds with yet-piercing rays
   but does not linger long these days
Waits 'til coffee's finished to rise
   Then zooms across the chilly skies

And ere she goes down, she dips too fast
   for her memorable sunsets to last
Those precious moments, of brilliant hue
   when couples whisper, "I love you"


            October 24, 2019
     OCTOBER SUN Poetry Contest
          Sponsor: Line Gauthier

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Brenda Chiri

Date: 10/31/2019 3:25:00 PM

Congrats on a wonderful win !;)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/31/2019 4:25:00 PM

Thank you for noticing and for the congrats, my dear friend. Cheers, Gershon

Eve Roper

Date: 10/31/2019 7:32:00 AM

Beautiful poem, Gershon, congratulations on your win. Hugs Eve

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/31/2019 1:05:00 PM

Thank you for noticing this winner, Eve. Much appreciated. Warm wishes, Gershon

Chris Green

Date: 10/31/2019 7:01:00 AM

Congrats my friend on your top win in this contest. Bravo!!!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/31/2019 1:04:00 PM

Chris, please know that your name should be there with mine, as in Wolf-Green, as you have been so instrumental as a poet from whom I draw ideas, style, and inspiration. Thank you so much for everything you do for me. Best of everything, Gershon

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart

Date: 10/30/2019 7:41:00 PM

I adore this Gershon. Well deserved trophy win and then some. A minted masterpiece, fave. xomo

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 10:02:00 PM

Aw, a FAVE. I'm always thrilled to get a FAVE, esp. from a dear friend like you. Thank you so much, M.M. Warmest wishes, Gershon

Jan Allison

Date: 10/30/2019 6:57:00 PM

absolutely charming GW many congrats on your top spot:-) hugs Jan xx

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 10:01:00 PM

Jan, it's a rare day in October when I grab a top spot, so I really appreciate the notice. Warm wishes to you, Gershon

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 10/30/2019 6:06:00 PM

I love this poem Gershon! You have captured the beauty of the season with the feel of romance wandering through. Congratulations on a very deserving Trophy win my friend! Into my Faves with this gem! : ) xxoo

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 6:32:00 PM

Always a treat for me to get a FAVE, esp. from someone who writes such lovely poetry as you do. Many, many thanks, Connie! Warm wishes. ~ Gershon

Joseph May

Date: 10/30/2019 5:55:00 PM

Very nicely done Gershon, Congrats on your win..

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 6:31:00 PM

I appreciate your making time to notice and comment on this, Joseph. Warm wishes, Gershon

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 10/30/2019 5:42:00 PM

Congratulations on your win, Gershon! What a beautiful poem!

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 6:31:00 PM

And thank you so much for noticing and taking the time to make such a lovely, supportive comment, Evelyn! Best wishes, Gershon

Winged Warrior

Date: 10/30/2019 4:16:00 PM

Congrats! Gersh...beautifully done my friend...I, like my jigger friend Curtis went over by two lines...but, he is a greater jigger than me and he got an HM...all the best my friend...^WW^ :o)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 5:06:00 PM

Thanks for the support, WW. Regardless of the outcome in this contest, you're still Most Honorable in my eyes. Smiles, Gershon

John Lawless

Date: 10/30/2019 3:57:00 PM

...And the shadow boxers last only three rounds....Nicely done Gershon..

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 5:06:00 PM

--Not the season for 'Me and My Shadow,' I guess. Wait 'til late Spring... Thanks, John

Kurt Ravidas

Date: 10/30/2019 3:27:00 PM

True golden sun. Really precious moments. My best congrats, Wolf.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 5:05:00 PM

I appreciate your continuing support and encouragement, Comrade! ~ Volkov

Curtis Moorman

Date: 10/30/2019 2:51:00 PM

Gershon, congratulations on this 1st place selection. So deserving. I was in 2nd place but as it turned out, I had 2 lines too many and was cordially given an Honorable Mention. I'll be sure and read the instructions more closely from now on.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 2:56:00 PM

Thank you, Curtis! Don't worry. Like I always tell people, (although nobody ever listens to me): Rules are made to be broken… Oh, no! Not rules, but records (are made to be broken). Congrats to you! ~ Broken record

Hello There

Date: 10/30/2019 2:09:00 PM

Yay ~ Congrats, Gershon, on your first place win! <3

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 2:32:00 PM

So nice of you to notice and to send encouragement my way, H.T! Deeply appreciated. Cheers, Gershon

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/30/2019 1:45:00 PM

Congrats on your gold medal win, Gershon. Loved your poem. Thanks for entering my contest.

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/30/2019 2:32:00 PM

I can't thank you enough for you incredibly generous evaluation of my attempt to characterize the October sun. It's a rare day altogether when I come up #1, so it's very, very special for me. Once again, thank YOU so much! Warmest wishes always, Gershon

Brenda Chiri

Date: 10/25/2019 1:17:00 AM

Wow Gershon this was an amazing contest entry!;) I'm quite sure it will be a high placed win for you! Still smiling!;)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/25/2019 1:41:00 PM

Of course, Brenda: I almost always place way up there---when you turn the winner's list upside down, that is. LOL. Seriously, thank you so much for your encouraging words. Here's to you, dear friend. Cheers, Gershon

Tom Cunningham

Date: 10/25/2019 12:11:00 AM

Quite a romantic verse Gershon, best of luck. Tom

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/25/2019 1:40:00 PM

Hey, thank you, Tom! ~ Romeo Roy

Hello There

Date: 10/25/2019 12:03:00 AM

Her presence is limited, but she still tries her best to please ~ good you appreciate her efforts ;) Love this piece :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/25/2019 1:40:00 PM

Interesting angle, H.T.: She tries her best, and most days that's good enough! :) gw

Charles Messina

Date: 10/24/2019 11:14:00 PM

This is great Gershon. How fast the sun sinks now-a-days. Best wishes in the contest. ~CM

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/25/2019 1:39:00 PM

Charlie, thanks for your encouragement, my friend... You're so right about that sun sinking---like a rocket in reverse these days.... Here comes that 6-letter word starting with W... ~ Non-skier, and don't want to shovel no snow neither! LOL. Ciao, gw

Sandra Adams

Date: 10/24/2019 7:47:00 PM

this is beautiful my friend....a delight to read...best of luck in the contest :)

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/24/2019 9:29:00 PM

Appreciate your encouragement, as always, Sandra. Warmest wishes, Gershon

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 10/24/2019 5:10:00 PM

Beautiful entry, Gershon. I enjoyed reading so much. Love and prayers to you, Gina

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/24/2019 9:29:00 PM

Thank you for your support, Gina. Blessings, Gershon

Robert L. Hinshaw

Date: 10/24/2019 5:03:00 PM

You've got another winner here, Gershon. Splendid verse - my kind of poetry - Bob

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/24/2019 9:29:00 PM

Bob, your kind words cheer me. Much appreciated. Best wishes to you and yours! ~ Gershon

Judy Ball

Date: 10/24/2019 4:57:00 PM

Lovely Gershon. Beautiful description. I could see the October sun as I read. Loved 9i9t. God Bless, JB

Gershon Wolf
Date: 10/24/2019 9:28:00 PM

Well, if you could see the October sun reading this poem, then #1 - I hope your eyes are OK! and #2 I guess the poem's imagery was vivid enough! Thanks, Judy! Cheers, Gershon