Susan Ashley Poet Quatern

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Your Tint the Hint of Autumn

Oh goldenrod how bright your blaze
though blooming sunrays bittersweet —
your tint the hint of crisper days
when dusk arrives on hastened feet

amidst the green tall grass you gleam
oh goldenrod how bright your blaze!
gold dust the stuff of Nature’s dream
rich sprays of flame the monarchs praise

a beacon’s beam in humid haze
a rocket flare in atmosphere
oh goldenrod how bright your blaze —
a torch for summer love to bear

as solstice fades no longer spry
and sun-dried skies brown manes of maize
beneath the aging daystar’s sigh
oh goldenrod how bright your blaze!


Susan Ashley
August 17, 2022


~ First Place ~
Writing Challenge - X'd Poems Second Chance Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Constance La France

*N/A (X'd)
*Contest: Hint of Autumn
*Date judged: September 3, 2022


Rhymes verified: Rhymezone
Syllables verified: howmanysyllables; 8 per line


Photo: Gardenia.net

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Robert Lindley June 26, 2023 at 8:31 AM My dear friend, I simply can not believe that this truly magnificent poem got an NA. Maybe the other poems were written By Byron, Shelly and Keats or even Shakespeare himself. A gem and a fine fav placed in my book. God bless. Susan Ashley July 4, 2023 at 8:15 AM Dear Robert, the lovely spirit of your comment takes the sting out of the N/A. Thank you for seeing the beauty in my poem. We both share a deep appreciation for Nature, rhythm and rhymes. This poem was inspired for a contest late last summer when goldenrod self-seeded itself in our front garden and it was a delight for Bill and I to watch it bloom and see the butterflies and bees flock to it. We're looking forward to it again this August/Sept.. the stems are 4 to 5 feet tall already! Thank you for the honor of your fav, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Margarita Lillico March 12, 2023 at 2:31 PM A poem to admire, the hint of Autumn, abundance of style and class! Susan Ashley March 14, 2023 at 4:16 PM Thank you, Margarita! I relish your gracious visit and the uplifting spirit of your wonderful comment. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Constance La France December 10, 2022 at 5:33 PM Susan, such a lovely nature poem. Congratulations on your win in my Writing Challenge- x'd poem - Second Chance, well done, I love the image too, blessings Susan Ashley December 14, 2022 at 10:05 AM Dear Constance, thank you for your heartwarming comments and kind congrats. I relish the honor of my poem's placement in your esteemed contest. I'm so pleased to know you enjoyed my poem and found it worthy to share the podium with the gifted poets on your list. Warmest wishes for a happy and healthy Holiday season.. ~Susan

Paul Callus September 25, 2022 at 2:12 AM How satisfying it is to see a Quatern written so eloquently, carrying the reader along its smooth flowing path, Susan! You definitely nailed the first line, one which fits comfortably in every successive stanza. Also, the musicality of alliteration enriches the whole poem. ~ Warm regards and hugs, dear friend. // paul Susan Ashley October 4, 2022 at 2:00 PM Dear Paul, I relish your expressive comments! Since I’ve never written a Quatern before, it’s reassuring and encouraging to receive your wonderful critique. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me, I value every word. Warmest wishes and hugs, my friend.. ~Susan

Evelyn Judy Buehler September 22, 2022 at 8:33 PM I love both poem and picture, Susan. This is magnificent! :) Susan Ashley September 23, 2022 at 4:23 PM Dear Evelyn, thank you very much. I am honored to receive your gracious visit and precious comments. I’m so pleased to know you enjoyed my poem and accompanying picture. Warmest wishes, my wonderful friend.. ~Susan

Kim Rodrigues August 24, 2022 at 7:00 PM A beautiful write! Loving all the yellow! Susan Ashley August 24, 2022 at 7:30 PM Thank you, Kim, for your wonderful visit and heartwarming comments. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sotto Poet August 22, 2022 at 2:11 PM Susan Your poetic writing is of the highest caliber. Both the metaphors and the thoughts are communicated with such an effortless approach. It is really a great privilege to look over your recent insights. They are really realistic and distinctly crafted. Blessings dear friend. Susan Ashley August 23, 2022 at 11:00 AM Dear Lasaad, I am both humbled and honored by the depth and breadth of your comments. Thank you for your kindness. Your poetic friendship is truly valued. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Heidi Sands August 20, 2022 at 2:41 PM Well written poem Susan. I like to see the Goldenrod too. I enjoyed this very much :) Susan Ashley August 21, 2022 at 7:54 AM Dear Heidi, it's wonderful to see you! Thank you for your beautiful comments. Indeed, goldenrods are special and I just love seeing them growing in my front garden this year.. such a sunny surprise! All is well here and I hope all is well with you and yours. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Sara Kendrick August 20, 2022 at 9:06 AM I enjoyed reading your contest entry. Reads like a good contender. Way to go. Aren't those golden rods beautiful. Your work has good rhythm, rhyme and flow. Thank you for sharing and visiting my blog. Our son still has some paralysis and numbness. He is somewhat depressed at times. I have only talked to him on the phone. Our daughter went to be with him when he was flown to the hospital, and she stayed through the surgery. She has been back once, and she and my husband are there now. Sara K Susan Ashley August 21, 2022 at 7:51 AM Thank you, Sara, for your gracious visit and wonderful comments. Indeed, goldenrods are beautiful! You're welcome for my visit to your blog. Thank you for the update on your son's condition. I can't imagine the depth of his struggles right now nor the depth of your heartache.. May his recovery be speedy and complete. I will continue to keep him, you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Joseph May August 19, 2022 at 8:19 PM I really enjoyed reading your beautiful Quatern Susan, Splendid write Susan Ashley August 20, 2022 at 12:09 PM Dear Joseph, I’m so happy to know you enjoyed this poem. Your wonderful visit and lovely comments are deeply appreciated. Thank you.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Terrell Martin August 19, 2022 at 6:16 PM Hi Susan, I'm so glad you visited me earlier which brings me here to your garden full of goldenrod and other poetic gifts. The first and last lines are pristinely and perfectly placed. Kudos Kiddo Susan Ashley August 20, 2022 at 12:08 PM Dear Terrell, your gracious visit to my garden full of goldenrod is truly appreciated. Your comments are as filled with warmth as the flower we speak of. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with me. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Gershon Wolf August 19, 2022 at 1:30 PM Blazes! This is poesy as it's meant to be. Rich with imagery and sensual appeal. Bravo, Susan! Keep smiling, Gershon Susan Ashley August 19, 2022 at 9:12 PM Dear Gershon, it’s so wonderful to see you! Thank you for sharing your valued thoughts with me. Your lovely comments are appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Michelle Faulkner August 19, 2022 at 8:25 AM Your free verse writes are outstanding, but you clearly have a deft touch with metered rhyme as well, love 'when dusk arrives on hastened feet' and 'a beacon's beam in humid haze' - I also like the 8 syllable beat of this - should be another win for you :) Susan Ashley August 19, 2022 at 9:04 PM Dear Michelle, I am humbled by your kindness. Thank you for your generous and beautiful comments, they mean so much to me, my lovely friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Harry Horsman August 17, 2022 at 8:56 PM Never heard of a 'goldenrod' Susan, yet here a wonderful way to discovery one, the poetry one amazing blaze..Love it. Thanks also for your comments, So poetic and warm... Susan Ashley August 18, 2022 at 5:37 PM Dear Harry, goldenrod is such a beautiful flower of late summer and early fall and lives up to its name as it is as golden as sunshine! Thank you for sharing your valued thoughts with me. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Michael Tor August 17, 2022 at 8:27 PM Susan your poetry is wonderfully written. The imagery and theme are conveyed in such a flowing manner. It is always a delight to read your thoughts. They are precise and uniquely composed only by you. Susan Ashley August 18, 2022 at 5:32 PM Dear Michael, thank you for sharing your wonderful thoughts with me, they are a joy to receive. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Tom Cunningham August 17, 2022 at 10:27 AM Although I'm not familiar with the goldenrod I am seeing autumnal signs here and there. An enjoyable read Susan, I hope you are keeping well. Best of luck in the contest. Tom Susan Ashley August 18, 2022 at 5:27 PM Dear Tom, I'm so glad you enjoyed my poem. Your wonderful comments are a joy to receive. Goldenrod is beautiful and recently I found some growing wild in my front garden amongst the tall ornamental grasses. The goldenrod is about 5 feet tall already and the bees and the monarch butterflies love its pollen. It'll bloom now till October. I know you enjoy long poems so maybe you'd like to read my poem A Kept Woman when you have a chance. Thank you for your gracious visit, my friend. Enjoy your weekend.. ~Susan

Susan Woodrow August 17, 2022 at 9:54 AM Brilliant as the golden rod that is your pen Love it and great to see you again, #1 Susan :) Susan Ashley August 18, 2022 at 5:19 PM Dear Susan, numero uno, it's so wonderful to see you and share the same page with you once again.. Thank you for your beautiful and clever comment, you inspire me, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

L Milton Hankins August 17, 2022 at 9:20 AM A delightful look at the allergy-provoking goldenrod, its blaze certainly signifying the soon coming of autumn. Beautifully-written, Susan. I see this one in the winner's circle! Susan Ashley August 17, 2022 at 9:27 AM Dear Milt, your encouraging comments are a joy to receive. Actually, it’s the wind-blown pollen of ragweed (goldenrod’s lookalike) that brings Fall allergies. Goldenrod’s pollen is not wind-blown and is spread by pollinators (butterflies, such as monarchs, and bees) but it still gets a bad rap. Thank you for your gracious visit and kindness, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan