John Gondolf Poet Sonnet

The Last Rose

An end of season bloom, this Rose of white
stands all alone in chill of autumn air
while blooming softly in the fading light,
and still she is a stunning beauty fair.

Her face turned southward in the morning light 
while seeking warmth from autumn’s waning sun,
and shaking chills brought on by season’s night
not knowing turnabout has just begun.

This chill, a signal of what lies ahead
as cold winds from the north begin to blow;
the summer robins to the south have fled
as withers of this Rose begin to show.

This flower fading from what seasons bring
yet still she’s lovely as the Rose of spring.


October 30, 2019

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Funom Makama November 15, 2019 at 8:38 AM Amazing! Amazing! So amazing. So deep, my senses are pulled out to tick a yes in every line. Great work friend. John Gondolf November 15, 2019 at 8:51 AM Thank you so much, Funom, I appreciate your kind words and visit. John

Carolyn Devonshire November 5, 2019 at 9:37 AM Let the memory of this rose's beauty carry you through the cold months, John. It won't be long before we see this white rose bloom again and again. You described the onset of winter perfectly, my friend, and you have always been a great writer of sonnets. Congratulations on your win! Hugs, Carolyn John Gondolf November 5, 2019 at 5:08 PM Thank you for your wonderful comments and kinds words, Carolyn. These flowers will bloom in my mind through the winter as I anticipate the new birth of spring. All the best my friend. Hugs, John

Constance La France November 3, 2019 at 1:11 PM John congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this wonderful poem! John Gondolf November 3, 2019 at 5:29 PM Thank you, Constance, I appreciate it, and as always, thanks for sponsoring this challenge. Hugs, John

Lonna Blodgett November 1, 2019 at 5:52 PM Beautiful sonnet John. I will start reading more of your wonderful work! Lonna John Gondolf November 2, 2019 at 6:42 AM Thank you so much, Lonna, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John

Jan Allison November 1, 2019 at 5:30 PM what a superbly flowing sonnet, many congrats John:-) hugs Jan xx John Gondolf November 2, 2019 at 6:38 AM Thank you so much, Jan, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Anne-Lise Andresen November 1, 2019 at 2:49 PM - Flowers are beautiful although some are called weeds ... this would be a contest that would have been difficult to judge - Congratulations on your beautiful poem, John :) - Have a lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) John Gondolf November 1, 2019 at 4:56 PM Thank you so much, Anne-Lise, I appreciate it. You have a great weekend too. Hugs, John

Brenda Chiri November 1, 2019 at 9:04 AM John amazing as always my dear friend! Congrats on your placement!;) John Gondolf November 1, 2019 at 4:55 PM Thank you, Bren, I appreciate it. Hugs, John

Sandra Adams October 31, 2019 at 9:17 PM what a gorgeous sonnet you have penned here John...so soft and alluring...white roses are one of my favorites, right behind lavender....best wishes in the contest :) hugs John Gondolf November 1, 2019 at 4:31 AM Thank you so much, Sandy, I appreciate your kind comments. Hugs, John

Brandy Nicole October 30, 2019 at 2:02 PM Even in harsh weather, a rose in bloom will always shine within. Because... of her heart. This is so beautiful and tender. Your thoughts caress softly around me. :) Brandy John Gondolf October 30, 2019 at 2:14 PM Thank you for your thoughts and comments, B, I agree and this is especially true of the Rose of Pink. All the best my dear friend. Hugs, John

Winged Warrior October 30, 2019 at 10:39 AM Great entry John...and I concur with Tommy down below...all the best my friend...^WW^ :o) John Gondolf October 30, 2019 at 11:17 AM Tanks, WW, I appreciate your thoughts and visit. John

Tom Cunningham October 30, 2019 at 8:57 AM You write sonnets so well John, and the rose such a beautiful flower. Good luck in the contest. Tom. John Gondolf October 30, 2019 at 9:18 AM Thanks, Tom, I appreciate your thoughts and the kind words. John

Silent One October 30, 2019 at 7:28 AM I do love roses, and i love you sonnet.. nice smooth flow and rhythm... John Gondolf October 30, 2019 at 8:20 AM Thanks, SO, I appreciate your kind words and your visit. John