Death of August (poem) by Regis Auffray on AuthorsDen

Reviewed on August 20, 2014

as much as I don't like to see the end of Summer = you paint Fall as a nice season and into Winter that follows, it can be a good time also.

Reviewed by Lena Kovadlo

Reviewed on December 8, 2013

Wonderful portrayal of the end of Summer and the birth of Fall. Nice imagery throughout. A pleasure to read.

Reviewed by Morgan Merriweather

Reviewed on October 10, 2012

yes, this is perfect a bit whimsical, but, isn't Autumn just that. We here on the east coast did not have a winter last year. We were spoiled like never before. The mood this fall is grim. It has been cloudy and drizzly and people are in FEAR of this coming winter like we are due a payback. So let's enjoy the gifts of fall for now! Wonderful poem Regis!!!!!

Reviewed by Katharine Sparrow

Reviewed on July 13, 2011

Wonderful personification of the change of seasons! Your words bring colorful images to mind.

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on July 18, 2010

...AND THE DEATHS AND LEERINGS GO ON AND ON. THIS IS ONE SENSATIONAL WORK. HOW UNIQUE THE PERSPECTIVE AND WELL DONE. THANKS FOR SHARING, LOVE AND BLESSINGS, JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Peter Schlosser (Reader)

Reviewed on September 26, 2009

Another great seasonal poem with beautiful metaphores. Liked this a lot. Timely too.

Reviewed by Lloyd Lofthouse

Reviewed on August 30, 2009

Since our house is surrounded by several towering, centuries old, giant oaks, I know autumn well and know the handle of a rake. The leafs and acorns that fall each autumn are legend around this house. Right now, there is a forest of green with a helmet of blue outside the window of my study. Soon, that green will change to bare branches and gray skies.

Reviewed by Carolyn Red Bear (The Bear Paw)

Reviewed on July 16, 2009

Hi Regis, I never cared for Autumn, even though my b-day is in Aug. I always looked at it like "too many deaths". I know now it's only a dormancy, a rest, till life becomes again in Spring. I do like this write, it dances with the autumn colors.

In Spirit,
Bear

Reviewed by Mark Chevalier (Reader)

Reviewed on October 26, 2008

How fitting, the change of the calendar with the change of the seasons. Like a dance it is, and you captured the essence of the change so well.

Be well and be safe, always,
Mark

Reviewed by Gianetta Ellis (Reader)

Reviewed on September 11, 2008

This is simply gorgeous - compelling in its imagery and inspiring in your succinct yet enormously creative approach. Very nice writing, Regis.

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on July 24, 2008

God, you are killing me, these are fantastic xxxxxx

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on November 10, 2007

And you claimed this was not as masterfully done as mine....fibber. Beautiful imagery! You brought a season to life! ~Sheila

Reviewed by chris stienstra (Reader)

Reviewed on August 23, 2007

Once again, a masterful work. Thank you.
Chris

Reviewed by Silent Dream

Reviewed on August 4, 2007

Ah, this was awesome :) "and as these tatter/and as they fray/leaving gold and crimson shreds/upon the leaf carpeted floor..." I think I heard the winds pick up... Nice! :)

I've never separated the months for autumn, but I've always use male pronouns. Naughty October... :)

((Hugs and LOve)) ~SilentDream

Reviewed by Gwendolyn Thomas Gath

Reviewed on September 2, 2006

"Death of August"

An enjoyable write indeed!
The depictive metamorphosis of the season
was fine edged.

Sincerely,
Gwendolyn

Reviewed by Janet Bellinger

Reviewed on March 16, 2006

Regis, an excellent personification of Autumn, joyous but with somber overtones. You express the mood perfectly: "October gleefully leers," even while September has an early Mardi Gras.

Janet

Reviewed by Ron Henry (Reader)

Reviewed on February 5, 2005

I cannot add much what others have already said. Stirring, invigorating and the metaphor is perfect. Next Fall I will be experiencing September with your words in mind.

Reviewed by Tracey L. O' Very (Reader)

Reviewed on January 23, 2005

What a Beautiful way of the changing of the seasons. I'll never see the changing as before. I'll see it poetic and romantic.
Thank you.
Love Tracey xoox

Reviewed by Joshua Miller (Reader)

Reviewed on January 1, 2005

Delightful. Color and depth, amazing.

Reviewed by Huda Orfali

Reviewed on November 28, 2004

Wow, every poem is more beutiful than the other yet they are all masterpieces.
Huda

Reviewed by Debra Stiles, The Original Mister (Reader)

Reviewed on November 16, 2004

Fantastic, you so vividly paint the
words.
Mister

Reviewed by Janet Parker

Reviewed on October 6, 2004

I just discovered you, Regis, because you were so kind to comment on my poetry. Your bio is so interesting. Your words flow in a beautiful way. Janet

Reviewed by Constance Gotsch

Reviewed on September 26, 2004

Like the image of lifted skirts especially true in windy places like New mexico

Reviewed by Pier Tyler

Reviewed on September 17, 2004

Autumn is my favorite time of the year. You portray nature in an awesome beauty through your words.

Thanks
Hugs
Pier

Reviewed by Red Matrix (Reader)

Reviewed on September 17, 2004

Excellent personification!

"Miss September", I mean Death of August is going on my wall!

Reviewed by A Serviceable Villain

Reviewed on September 15, 2004

Regis,

Beautiful artwork ... an outstanding write - excellent, my friend!

Robert

Reviewed by Thomas Lanechanger (Reader)

Reviewed on September 15, 2004

Regis, a well-penned descriptive composition with wonderful imagery. Thank you for sharing it. Take care and be well.

Reviewed by Kay P Devenish

Reviewed on September 14, 2004

I love this one Regis,it evoked an awesome image in my mind and I agree with your outlook on autumn,my favorite lines?
These:

'but the autumn wind lifts up
her skirts
and blows about
her dappled colored gowns
and as these tatter
and as they fray
leaving gold and crimson shreds'

Regis ...this is really beautiful poetry!
Best wishes
from
kay.

Reviewed by Mitzi Jackson

Reviewed on September 14, 2004

love the pic and this poem is amazing....

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on September 14, 2004

Well Penned Regis
outstanding write

William

Reviewed by Bhuwan Thapaliya

Reviewed on September 14, 2004

Regis...this is one of your best write...I simply adore this wonderful write of yours...clap clap clap...and keep writing my friend...the whole world needs to read you...and I am sure in the long run they will appreciate your special talent....keep it up my friend...another gem from you....cheers...love n luck....BHUWAN

Reviewed by ~Indigo~ Elga

Reviewed on September 13, 2004

Dear Regis

So descriptive and such vivid imagery beautiful picture.

Warm hugs
Elga

Reviewed by Mari Laureano (Reader)

Reviewed on September 13, 2004

enchanting use of metaphor, the elements brought to life in ink...

lovely,
**Mari**

Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Regis, this is wonderful poetry. So powerful are the images. Excellent.

Reviewed by Nordette Adams

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Oh, Regis, this is enchanting, positively alluring in the way that British men respond when you tell them your name--"lovely," ;-) and you barely hear that faint purr in their throats.

I love that fairy pic. Please send it to me. ...Nordette

Reviewed by Sandra Corona

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Imaginative, provocative but absolutely stunning!
:)Sandy

Reviewed by Rebekah Rosie Lang

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Oh, Wow Regis! Awesome Picture!
Glorious Colors! You did that well!
BRAVO!

Reviewed by Ann Marquette

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Regis, absolutely beautiful, moving, and breezy. Autumn is my most favorite time of year.

ann

Reviewed by D May (Reader)

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Regis--wonderful write here and you chose the perfect color to pen this beauty.

Reviewed by Kate Burnside

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Obviously a man's-eye view of the Fall... sensuous as a Dance Of The Seven Veils. This is whimsical and balletic - and the picture paints your words beautifully. You have much to look forward to then, Regis! Sure looks like a month to cuddle-up to! Thank you for this unique take. Kate xx

Reviewed by George Carroll

Reviewed on September 12, 2004

Exquisite in its imagery you bring authumn to life in a passionate way.

Reviewed by E T Waldron