Daniel Turner Poet Sonnet

Springs Curtain Call

We marvel as the seasons change each year
When poets rush to spill their colored ink
Though each has much to offer, it's quite clear,
For me, I like to watch the autumn prink

When leaves begin to change, she gently weeps
Soft tears of fall, that stain her leafy frill
She toils to leave her mark before she sleeps
As death draws near her breath takes on a chill

Rust colored needles scatter in the wind
Which leaves the pines a darker shade of green
The trees, half naked, somehow seem to blend
Until their nakedness becomes obscene

Though spring has beauty, I prefer the fall
I like to think spring takes a curtain call.


   Daniel Turner
    11/10/2023

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Sara Kendrick November 27, 2023 at 8:47 AM Each season as you say has its special place, but spring and fall are colorful with the anticipation of something different following. Personally, I like the beauty of spring but not the heat of summer, and then I like fall with its glorious change from the heat and all the color of the foliage. Thanks for sharing this one with us and for dropping by my page with congratulations. Sara K

Bill Baker November 20, 2023 at 5:13 PM I enjoyed your sonnet, Daniel. It was a nice twist, "Though spring has beauty, I prefer the fall I like to think spring takes a curtain call." I also want to congratulate you on having three of your poems published in the latest edition of Poetry Soups Anthologies! Yeah!!! Well done, my friend. Bill Daniel Turner November 20, 2023 at 5:54 PM Thank you, Bill. I appreciate your time and support. Happy Thanksgiving!

Daniel Henry Rodgers November 15, 2023 at 7:06 AM Daniel, your poem is a stunning ode to the changing seasons. Your vivid descriptions and emotive language beautifully capture the melancholy beauty of autumn, contrasting it with the vibrancy of spring. The sonnet form adds a classic touch to your modern observations, creating a timeless piece that resonates with the reader. Truly a remarkable piece of work! -Blessings, Daniel Daniel Turner November 15, 2023 at 8:57 AM Thank you Daniel. I really appreciate your kind supportive comments. I am also always thrilled to look up and see a new face.

Nancy Kaufman November 15, 2023 at 2:42 AM What an exquisite sonnet Daniel, so well crafted with such wonderful imagery. I especially loved the ending. Pleased that you are back to writing on the site again which has a new blend of amazing talent, quite refreshing. Daniel Turner November 15, 2023 at 4:11 AM Thank you, Nancy. Great to see you again also:) I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

Eve Roper November 14, 2023 at 5:26 PM Such beauty in your imagery. Enjoyed reading. Daniel Turner November 15, 2023 at 4:09 AM Thank you, Eve. Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Lisa Ricci November 14, 2023 at 4:02 AM Good Morning Mr. Daniel. You chose the perfect format of the sonnet for your entry. It is most lovely with grand imagery and expression too. I very much like the envelope of the title and entry ending which is always a nice poetic touch. Be proud of your execution and poetic expression. Thank you for sharing your skilled talent. Have a wonderful day. Peace and Blessings always. (smile) PS - nice to see you posting Daniel Daniel Turner November 14, 2023 at 5:17 AM Hello Lisa:) Thank you so much for your kind review of my work. How have you been? I missed you too:) I hope life has been giving you the best it has to offer. Take care and be well!

Margarita Lillico November 14, 2023 at 3:27 AM Sonnetic, a word should be added to Webster, upon your master quill! Greatness of the weeping Fall! Daniel Turner November 14, 2023 at 5:11 AM Thank you, Maggie:)I do appreciate your kindness:) How have you been doing? Life treating you ok? Always a pleasure to see you my dear. Be well!

Suzanne Delaney November 13, 2023 at 1:27 PM You really are a masterful Sonnet writer, Daniel: You always teach me a new word too. I haven’t been a good girl in the writing Dept and Fall is usually my most productive time. Let’s say my Muse has FALLen down this Autumn. Always good to see you, friend. SuZ Daniel Turner November 14, 2023 at 5:09 AM Hello SuZ. Thank you:) You better straighten up or you're going to get a lump of coal in your stocking. It is wonderful to see you sweet lady. How is sunny FL? Still liking the south? I hope life has been treating you well.

Andrea Dietrich November 13, 2023 at 11:12 AM hmmm never even knew that word existed for primp. Daniel Turner November 13, 2023 at 11:14 AM Glad I taught you a new word. LOL

Andrea Dietrich November 13, 2023 at 11:11 AM loved that obscene line and enjoyed many other original images you used in this lovely sonnet. I need to go look up what prink means!! Daniel Turner November 13, 2023 at 11:15 AM Thank you, Andrea. Always glad to see you:)

Jerry T Curtis November 13, 2023 at 3:15 AM It's my favorite season and your sonnet described it perfectly. Good to hear from you Dan. Daniel Turner November 13, 2023 at 5:11 AM Hi Jerry:) Thank you. So good to look up and see you again. I hope life is being kind to you old friend. Always glad to see you:)

Paul Willason November 13, 2023 at 1:52 AM Some keen and sensitive observations of the season put together in a splendid poem...hovered over this for some time Daniel, well worth the quiet time. Daniel Turner November 13, 2023 at 5:08 AM Thanks Paul. You're too kind. Great to see you again my friend. I hope life has been treating you well.

Yann Rolland November 12, 2023 at 11:18 PM beautiful sonnet, all seasons are remarkable i think and have personality, thanks for the poem yann Daniel Turner November 13, 2023 at 5:07 AM Thank you, Yann. I appreciate your time and value your comment. Have a great day:)

Paul Callus November 12, 2023 at 1:14 PM Another beautiful sonnet inspired by seasons' change, Danny. I find that both spring and autumn have an advantage over summer and winter because they don't go to extremes. ~ Regards, my friend // paul Daniel Turner November 12, 2023 at 1:26 PM Thank you, Paul. Everything in moderation:)Always a pleasure. I hope you're not working too hard my friend. Enjoy the "holiday season". Take care and be well.

Linda Alice Fowler November 11, 2023 at 11:41 AM Oh, your beautiful sonnets...I still find them entrancing my friend. It is good to see you :) Daniel Turner November 12, 2023 at 7:09 AM Thank you, Alice:) Always a pleasure to see you. Hoping you and yours are well.

Lin Lane November 11, 2023 at 5:31 AM I have fond memories of writing Sonnets with you, Danny. This one from your pen is filled with wonderful phrases to express your visions. Well done. Lin Lane November 11, 2023 at 7:28 AM ;-) Danny. You knew I'd be watching. They lost a good lead, even with Ingram and Zion playing. Daniel Turner November 11, 2023 at 6:32 AM Thank you, Lin. I really appreciate your time and your kind comments. I too remember:) Have a wonderful weekend. Sorry about last nights ballgame:(

Deb M November 11, 2023 at 2:26 AM Hi YM….I agree with Shirley….your poem is pure poetry! Beautiful and brilliant ….l just loved it!! YL x Daniel Turner November 11, 2023 at 2:42 AM Thank you, YL. Always a pleasure to see you old friend. I hope life has been treating you kindly:)

Shirley Hawkins November 10, 2023 at 7:12 PM Pure Poetry, Daniel, your pen is overflowing with coloured ink and imagery. It is great to see you back on soup again. I hope you are feeling well and having a pleasant week-end. Take care, Old Duck Daniel Turner November 11, 2023 at 2:24 AM Hello Shirley. Thank you for stopping by to read and comment. I appreciate your kind words. It good to see friends again. Im doing OK and hope you are the same. Take care and be well young lady:)

Anne-Lise Andresen November 10, 2023 at 1:11 PM - Beautifully written, Daniel - But different opinion ... though autumn has beauty, I prefer the spring :) - I wish you a lovely weekend :) - hugs Daniel Turner November 10, 2023 at 6:18 PM It's all good Anne:) Thank you for a lovely visit. Take care and be well:)