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Bittersweet Gift
by Dawn Anderson

Thursday, November 04, 2010
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autumn bleeds the last of color

upon a carpet green as the sun

imparts its final rays of warmth.

 

bittersweet this closing gift

for soon the cold descends,

my spirit dormant in the icy

winter chill.

 

yet, reminders of golden springs

replay in memories soft, nature’s

comfort to feed my wistful soul.

 


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Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis 4/29/2011
Beautiful!
Reviewed by Andy Turner 4/24/2011
Beautiful ekphrsatic poetry.
Not seen you on here for yonks!
Reviewed by Kay P Devenish 3/15/2011
Your wistful soul is showing in this delightful poem.
Love from
Kay
Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader) 1/11/2011
As always sweet lady lovely writing....sure is nice to read you again I certainly hope everything is ok with you..please stay safe and well..Hugss
Reviewed by Rafika Anderson 1/4/2011
I love this tenderly rendered offering, Dawn. You capture well the drama of nature--the intensity of autumn, the threat of impending winter, and the gentlness of spring. Excellent writing.
Reviewed by The Poetess 12/21/2010
A sweet yearning for spring
Reviewed by Carol Grace 12/5/2010
Your choice of words really bring this piece to life. Carol
Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen 11/29/2010
i feel this one, dawn!
cozy up to a warm fire & forget the rest!
carolyn
Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg 11/19/2010
loving the observations from your world
Reviewed by Axilea MU 11/14/2010
No warmth in autumn where I live now; only rain! Love the "dormant spirit" and "golden springs".

Axilea
Reviewed by Joyce Bell 11/11/2010
INDEED!...AND WE GO THROUGH THIS EVERY YEAR, WITH GREAT ANTICIPATION AND UNMEASURED APPRECIATION...FOR THE BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES THAT FALL GIVES US. WELL DONE AND ENJOYED. LOVE, BLESSINGS & FAITH....
JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Reviewed by Dayvid Graybill 11/8/2010
The gift of Autumn certainly is bittersweet. Nice write Dawn!

Peace,
Dayvid
Reviewed by Jon Willey 11/7/2010
Dawn, it is the promise that you elude to that draws upon the emotions so compellingly. I love it my dear friend. Love and peace to you. Jon Michael
Reviewed by John Domino 11/6/2010
A most creative poem and with heartfelt words of sincerity.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy 11/6/2010
Dawn, I love the part about your spirit in the winter. Lovely imagery. Hugs,
Sheila
Reviewed by Regis Auffray 11/5/2010
I agree that some autumn days can bring a longing and a bittersweet "taste" to the soul. I can relate to what you have expressed via your verses here, Dawn. Thank you for sharing this gift. Love and best wishes,

Regis
Reviewed by Morgan Merriweather 11/5/2010
that describes MA and CT this year, ironically, not so much VT as is usually the case. Enjoyed reading this alot- Morgan
Reviewed by TONY NERONE 11/5/2010
Wonderfully written piece.

Namaste
Reviewed by Gene Williamson 11/5/2010
Beautiful picture, Dawn, and words to match.
Autumn is my favorite time of year at the shore.
I'll avoid the ice of winter; one slip is enough!
-gene.
Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper 11/5/2010
A beautiful picture and beautiful poem to complement it. The second stanza describes this blustery morning here where I live. I woke up and it was shivery cold inside and out. I think, like your poem states, many of us take a dormant attitude through the winter season. A lovely write, Dawn.
Reviewed by Amor Sabor 11/5/2010
The Fall brings color in the changing leaves that is brilliant but Spring is my favorite season in California as the colors of the blossoms dictate a special beauty and perfume all their own. Excellent work.
Reviewed by stan nassano 11/5/2010
Great photo, our Ky,USA autumn was somewhat stunted due to drought conditions but........your write refreshed my memory of autumn dyas bitterness, thanks for sharing another fine write
Reviewed by Peter Schlosser (Reader) 11/5/2010
Yes, I miss those autumn barrages of color, as I grew up in the Northeast. This is beautiful Dawn. Be good always.
Reviewed by Christine Tsen 11/5/2010
You are so gifted at these poetic "paintings".

You make even me long for spring again as I read, and I'm an Autumn girl! How do you do that?!
Blessings,
Christine
Reviewed by Paul Judges 11/5/2010
We can look forward to the warmth of spring....well composed, Dawn.
Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader) 11/5/2010
Ah, Christine said it so well, huh? I know you don't like the cold weather, but at least you'll have a bit of relief for the next coming two weeks, although it is in the forties here this morning and going down into the thirties tomorrow. BRR
Reviewed by Christine Alwin 11/5/2010
yes...and inbetween is that blanket of snow..and not a warm one at that :) ..this is beautiful Dawn~
Reviewed by John Bidwell 11/5/2010
I really loved this.
I feel so often wistful, but cold helps us appreciate warmth.
Beautiful.

John
Reviewed by Mr. Ed 11/5/2010
Bittersweet, indeed, and what a marvelous photo.
Reviewed by John Flanagan 11/5/2010
Reflective, Dawn, in a warm, very personal way and yes, with a bittersweet undertone.

John
Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan 11/5/2010
beautifully written!
Reviewed by George Carroll 11/5/2010
Always something to look forward to.
Reviewed by Liana Margiva 11/5/2010
EXCELLENT!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
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