Bittersweet Gift (poem) by Dawn Anderson on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)

Reviewed on April 29, 2011

Beautiful!

Reviewed by Andy Turner

Reviewed on April 24, 2011

Beautiful ekphrsatic poetry.
Not seen you on here for yonks!

Reviewed by Kay P Devenish

Reviewed on March 15, 2011

Your wistful soul is showing in this delightful poem.
Love from
Kay

Reviewed by Chantilly Lace (Reader)

Reviewed on January 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 (Reader)

Reviewed on January 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

Reviewed on December 21, 2010

A sweet yearning for spring

Reviewed by Carol Grace

Reviewed on December 5, 2010

Your choice of words really bring this piece to life. Carol

Reviewed by C. McGovern-Bowen

Reviewed on November 29, 2010

i feel this one, dawn!
cozy up to a warm fire & forget the rest!
carolyn

Reviewed by Debby Rosenberg

Reviewed on November 19, 2010

loving the observations from your world

Reviewed by Axilea MU

Reviewed on November 14, 2010

No warmth in autumn where I live now; only rain! Love the "dormant spirit" and "golden springs".

Axilea

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 8, 2010

The gift of Autumn certainly is bittersweet. Nice write Dawn!

Peace,
Dayvid

Reviewed by Jon Willey

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 6, 2010

A most creative poem and with heartfelt words of sincerity.

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on November 6, 2010

Dawn, I love the part about your spirit in the winter. Lovely imagery. Hugs,
Sheila

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 5, 2010

Wonderfully written piece.

Namaste

Reviewed by Gene Williamson

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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)

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 5, 2010

We can look forward to the warmth of spring....well composed, Dawn.

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton (Reader)

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 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

Reviewed on November 5, 2010

I really loved this.
I feel so often wistful, but cold helps us appreciate warmth.
Beautiful.

John

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on November 5, 2010

Bittersweet, indeed, and what a marvelous photo.

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on November 5, 2010

Reflective, Dawn, in a warm, very personal way and yes, with a bittersweet undertone.

John