On October
A sonnet about my favorite month11 total reviews
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Laurie,
This well written sonnet reminds us to enjoy the beauty of Fall colors and comfortable temperatures and let Winter cold not worry us. It will come when it comes. There is a lot of fun you can have in Autumn,
Keep writing and stay healthy
Congrats on placing third in the contest
Joan
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2022
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Hi Laurie,
This well written sonnet reminds us to enjoy the beauty of Fall colors and comfortable temperatures and let Winter cold not worry us. It will come when it comes. There is a lot of fun you can have in Autumn,
Keep writing and stay healthy
Congrats on placing third in the contest
Joan
Comment Written 14-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2022
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Hey! I've been sick and didn't even know I placed! Thanks for your review and for telling me, Joan. I appreciate it.
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You're welcome on both accounts, Laurie. Sorry you were sick. Glad you are feeling better.
Joan
Comment from Theodore McDowell
Great poem for the contest. I love the way you used our fear of a coming winter as a metaphor for our fears about the winters of our life. You wisely point out that these fears rob us of joys and the wonders around us. A lovely philosophical post.
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2022
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Great poem for the contest. I love the way you used our fear of a coming winter as a metaphor for our fears about the winters of our life. You wisely point out that these fears rob us of joys and the wonders around us. A lovely philosophical post.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2022
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2022
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Thank you so much for these kind words! I appreciate them!
Comment from Jill McCauslin
Such a lovely sonnet. This should do well in the contest, I think. I love the phrase "we pluck the pear." The short staccato words and the alliteration is what makes it special.
As usual, a great job! Now are you going to convert this to free verse?
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Such a lovely sonnet. This should do well in the contest, I think. I love the phrase "we pluck the pear." The short staccato words and the alliteration is what makes it special.
As usual, a great job! Now are you going to convert this to free verse?
Comment Written 29-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Jill! And yes, this is one of the sonnets going into my chapbook. Glutton for punishment.
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Thank you for sharing your poem about October. It is, typically, a less loved season opener, but those who like Halloween, Homecoming, and bi-polar weather, tend to like it.
I love the way you chose the sonnet as a vehicle to express your feelings about the month. It was interesting and enjoyable.
Take care,
Rhonda
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you for sharing your poem about October. It is, typically, a less loved season opener, but those who like Halloween, Homecoming, and bi-polar weather, tend to like it.
I love the way you chose the sonnet as a vehicle to express your feelings about the month. It was interesting and enjoyable.
Take care,
Rhonda
Comment Written 29-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Rhonda! Yes, the contest was for sonnets, so that's what I had to stick to. I like working inside all those restrictions, though, so I was fine with that! I appreciate your review!
Comment from Wendy G
What a stunning image!! And you are right. It is a time to cherish the glory of the colours of Autumn, and rejoice in the beauty. Where I live we don't have many deciduous trees, and our winters are mild, no snow - but I can still relate to your feelings, so beautifully expressed. A lovely poem indeed.
Wendy
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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What a stunning image!! And you are right. It is a time to cherish the glory of the colours of Autumn, and rejoice in the beauty. Where I live we don't have many deciduous trees, and our winters are mild, no snow - but I can still relate to your feelings, so beautifully expressed. A lovely poem indeed.
Wendy
Comment Written 29-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Wendy, for these kind words to start out my week! I appreciate them.
Comment from Marienkiefer
Beautiful images of fall...Of sweet pears and bonfires.
-A very lyrical poem with beautiful references.
There is a warmth in October. Every moment has its worth.
A very special poem.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Beautiful images of fall...Of sweet pears and bonfires.
-A very lyrical poem with beautiful references.
There is a warmth in October. Every moment has its worth.
A very special poem.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate them.
Comment from RodG
This sonnet reminds us that October is that mid-season month when many think ahead to Winter's cold instead of enjoying the bounties of Fall.
Your meter is flawless and you've chosen good rhymes.
I enjoyed this Nature poem very much.
Rod
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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This sonnet reminds us that October is that mid-season month when many think ahead to Winter's cold instead of enjoying the bounties of Fall.
Your meter is flawless and you've chosen good rhymes.
I enjoyed this Nature poem very much.
Rod
Comment Written 28-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Rod! I always jump on that Sonnet bandwagon when I comes around. Lots of rules to follow. I appreciate your time!
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Laurie,
I'm afraid that I fit the category of complaining of winter's long stay. Here in Alaska the trees are bare and have been for several weeks and will remain so until late April or so. The snow on the mountains is beautiful, but it's also a reminder that it won't be long before we're dealing with it in the valley. I suppose if I wanted it to be summer all year long I could move south, but then I'd complain about the heat and bugs and snakes, so I guess I'll stay where I am. Well done gal.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Hello Laurie,
I'm afraid that I fit the category of complaining of winter's long stay. Here in Alaska the trees are bare and have been for several weeks and will remain so until late April or so. The snow on the mountains is beautiful, but it's also a reminder that it won't be long before we're dealing with it in the valley. I suppose if I wanted it to be summer all year long I could move south, but then I'd complain about the heat and bugs and snakes, so I guess I'll stay where I am. Well done gal.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 28-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Thanks, Tom! We had the pleasure of visiting Alaska a few years ago, in July, and it was absolutely stunning. The people we met up there all said pretty much the same thing you did; they think the cold lasts too long, but there are way too many benefits to the rest of the year for them to consider leaving. I love your state.
Comment from zanya
Such beautiful sentiments about that time of year that is now approaching i.e the onset of wintry days and the cold and 'darker times'-so well documented - really seizes the sentiment
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reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Such beautiful sentiments about that time of year that is now approaching i.e the onset of wintry days and the cold and 'darker times'-so well documented - really seizes the sentiment
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 28-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2022
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Oh, thank you, thank you. I really appreciate your review!
Comment from robyn corum
Laurie,
Such a multi-talented author! So skilled at prose and then just as talented at poetry!
I adore the message here - right after that GORGEOUS image. We do tend to brush right past the beauty in life that's happening right NOW - to fret about something that hasn't happened and certainly may not be as bad as we fear. Our own worst enemies!
We must learn to BREATHE and enjoy the moment!
Thanks and good luck!
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2022
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Laurie,
Such a multi-talented author! So skilled at prose and then just as talented at poetry!
I adore the message here - right after that GORGEOUS image. We do tend to brush right past the beauty in life that's happening right NOW - to fret about something that hasn't happened and certainly may not be as bad as we fear. Our own worst enemies!
We must learn to BREATHE and enjoy the moment!
Thanks and good luck!
Comment Written 28-Oct-2022
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2022
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Thank you, Robyn! Your reviews always make me feel like Royalty.
