September

Trees reach like glowing embers
to singe the autumn skies.
Leaves burst with blinding colour
like sparks that spin and rise.
Then a breath of weightless fog
moves across the silent lake
where trails of molten clouds
fill the sunset's smoky wake.
The harvest moon emerges
like a second burning sun
to fill the sky with button-stars
that morning pulls undone. 
Sunlight floods the gardens
to melt the morning dew.
This is where my heart resides
since September gave me you.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Tacito Avatar
September 11, 2015 at 9:20 AM
Awww YEAH! She's back! :D "Fill the sky with button-stars that morning pulls undone"...on the surface, beautiful. Underneath, a bit tense & gripping...me likey!
Ober Avatar
September 11, 2015 at 10:00 AM
Aww thank you :) It's SO good to see you commenting on my poems again! Your feedback means a lot!
Marcum Wong Avatar
September 10, 2015 at 5:28 AM
Heather, wow, cooler weather, autumn's colorful entrance in breathtaking imagery. What more could I ask for! This is a fave for me Heather! Congratulations on a deserving POTD selection. I love it! 7
Nau Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 10:23 PM
YES, YES, YES...Perfect! Love the imagery and I'm seeing that September sky with you! Absolutely beautiful! Thanks for this, Edlynn
Anish Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 8:42 PM
Liked the last two lines a lot. Congratulations on your POTD. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Lamoureux Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 8:35 PM
Congratulations, so glad to see this one as POTD!
Allison Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 6:07 PM
Absolutely stunning imagery Heather congrats on poem of the day:-) hugs jan xx
Callus Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 4:40 PM
Love this delightful September imagery, Heather! These lines flow smoothly, accompanied by fitting rhyme. Congrats on POTD. // paul
Roper Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 3:59 PM
Heather, a very good write, congratulations on your win.
Smith Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 12:41 PM
A splendid September you painted Heather. So rich in imagery. I love the breath of weightless fog across the silent lake. a7+++...Congratulations on being POTD...Tim
Manassian Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 12:31 PM
Girl....You've been away WAY too long...I don't even have words to describe my feelings after reading this. :) This is what I don't how....that play with words that creates superb imagery...Honestly...You rock, sweetie. Congrats on POTD. HUGS
Godwin Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 10:56 AM
Beautiful ... CayCay
Nance Avatar
September 9, 2015 at 6:12 AM
Beautifully described September, Grats on poem of the day! :)
Dietrich Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 11:37 PM
wowowowow. This is amazing. FAVE!!!
Leblanc Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 7:46 AM
Hello, Heather, This is the first of your work that I have read, and I'm glad I did. I like to do a courtesy to other poets and read their poems rather than just wanting mine to be read. I just chose you at random. I must say I was at once struck by your obvious talent. This poem is clean, crisp, and one that I wish I had written. I will definitely read more....George
Lamoureux Avatar
September 8, 2015 at 7:30 AM
Gorgeous, much like yourself.
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September 7, 2015 at 3:40 PM
absolutely beautiful...heather, i'm so happy to see you back writing again, with superb poetry like this! we need a break sometimes, i haven't been here much myself this year...are they still pumping whatever it is that makes great poets into the canadian water? please bottle it and send it my way! lol keep an eye out for my contests...:)
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