A Surprise of Aspens (poem) by Regis Auffray on AuthorsDen

Reviewed by Jms Bell

Reviewed on December 9, 2023

THE FIVE SENSES...UNIQUELY INFLUENCE US SO MARVELOUSLY! THEY ARE FINE TUNED AND CAN EASILY LIFT AND TRANSPORT US TO A PLACE OF CONTENTMENT FILLED WITH MUCH GRATITUDE FOR BEING ALIVE. I AM SO VERY THANKFUL TO OUR CREATOR FOR THE WAY HE MADE US...AREN'T YOU? WHAT FINE WORK, REGIS, THANK YOU FOR THIS KEEPER. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...HIS+INSPIRATIONS

Reviewed by Susanne Leist

Reviewed on November 16, 2017

Once our senses are tantalized, memories are unleashed. The sound of crunching leaves beneath my feet arouse my childhood memories.

Reviewed by Darkest Angel

Reviewed on March 24, 2017

Regis! Get me out of the forest -- you put me in here! I'm lost! Hello ....

Reviewed by lois christensen

Reviewed on August 10, 2014

Myself, I love the scent of fir trees, walking in the forests brings peace and much happiness.

Reviewed by Lena Kovadlo

Reviewed on September 27, 2012

I love nature and nature poetry. This is a great one and the image complements it well. Thanks for sharing. I have never been to Aspens and now can't wait to go there some day.

Reviewed by bluecornflower orangetiger

Reviewed on February 13, 2011

I love to see Aspens.

Reviewed by Sherry Bach

Reviewed on September 11, 2010

Thank you for teaching me a new word: cerulean. Very nicely done; I've always loved Aspens and you put them in a picture for me, thanks.

Reviewed by Darkest Angel (Reader)

Reviewed on March 27, 2010

Very momentous, and carrying. I love this writing--your skill is ver' honed, Regis. I should learn much, as I read here. Thank you.

Reviewed by Margaret Mullings

Reviewed on November 26, 2009

Absolutely beautiful Regis, and today is the day that I needed to read this! As I gaze upon this beautiful picture and read these words so profoundly written I am reminded of God's wonderful creations, which sometimes we take for granted. Vow! Regis you have done it again, and you know what this poem will be around for generations to come. God bless you, and keep on writing!

Much Love,
Always!!!
Margaret

Reviewed by ' ' (Reader)

Reviewed on July 9, 2009

Skillfully woven words that capture the magical poetic moment!

Reviewed by Nicole Weaver

Reviewed on June 30, 2009

Regis,
Tue genuis with words. I live in Colorado, every fall we go up to the mountains to see the color change and you my friend brought to life many of the beautiful scenes that I have seen . There is nothing more beautiful and you captured that beauty with your choice of words. CHEER GENUIS!!!!!!!!
nicole

Reviewed by Melissa Mendelson (Reader)

Reviewed on November 7, 2008

I love the flow to your words that drip with such imagery. You definitely paint the perfect portrait of fall. :)

Reviewed by Michelle Mead

Reviewed on April 25, 2008

You, my friend, can write. This really brings autumn alive and makes me yearn for it (as usual) Michelle xx

Reviewed by Gerard Gauthier (Reader)

Reviewed on March 4, 2008

I didn't think nature could be captured so...perfect...Gerard

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on November 26, 2007

Regis, You dazzle with imagery in this one. Love the dramatic ending! -Sheila

Reviewed by Lyndsey Nelson (Reader)

Reviewed on September 2, 2007

I really love your way of writing. It says much more than is on the paper. I really feel like your speaking to me. Trut be True-Lyndsey

Reviewed by chris stienstra (Reader)

Reviewed on September 2, 2007

This was awonderful walk so early this morning. "A whisper on the wind" that I could hear very clearly reading this poem.
Nice start for my day, thanks Rgis
Chris

Reviewed by Southern Comfort

Reviewed on June 5, 2007

Just Gorgeous! Your great talent and vivid imagery brought this write to life for me! I was able to experience the beauty of the scene, breathtaking! HUGS! SC

Reviewed by Stan Grimes (Reader)

Reviewed on February 19, 2007

Excellent imagry, Regis. I would find it difficult to find fault with your words. They obviously are from your heart.

Stan

Reviewed by Jackie (Micke) Jinks

Reviewed on October 23, 2006

Aspens are truly inspiring and breath-taking, as is this beautiful, descriptive poem. So glad you nudged me over here ;o)

I'm going to have to do some back-tracking on more poetry posts...

Micke

Reviewed by Mary Patterson

Reviewed on September 24, 2006

Simply beautiful ! I can see what you wrote........M

Reviewed by Janet Bellinger

Reviewed on March 29, 2006

This is so effective, with your bringing forth of emotion, in the last line of each verse, folllowing the images from nature. I hope you realize how very talented you are.

Janet

Reviewed by Huda Orfali

Reviewed on February 10, 2005

I can almost smell the breeze. Very beautiful, colorful and inspirational.
Thanks for sharing.
Love and peace

Reviewed by M. B. (Reader)

Reviewed on February 9, 2005

Regis, this is truly breathtaking. The photo you chose is stunning, just gorgeous, makes me wanna be there. *A Surprise of Aspens* is a journey of the mind and emotions !!

Reviewed by Linda Luna (Reader)

Reviewed on February 8, 2005

Stumbled upon this wonderful piece as I discovered your latest poem.

Sublime vision. Yes, I could feel my heart skip as it has - rounding a bend in the woods time and again finding beauty in unknown places ..catching a moment's breathe.
Thank you for capturing this in words to remind me of nature's treasures. Linda Luna

Reviewed by Chanti Niven

Reviewed on February 5, 2005

The picture first grabbed my attention - what a dazzling one it is! How could words add anything to such beauty? ...and yet somehow you managed it. You are a living poem dear Regis. What beauty emits from your beautiful soul.
Love Chanti

Reviewed by Jill Eisnaugle

Reviewed on October 23, 2004

How on earth did I miss this gem! Regis, this is beautiful!!! Both the pic and the write are divine. Thanks, Jill

Reviewed by Anna Marie Fritz (Reader)

Reviewed on October 8, 2004

Arrestingly beautiful, Regis, both picture and poem!
I remember when I lived in Colorado, how excited the
autumn season made me.

Reviewed by Constance Gotsch

Reviewed on September 26, 2004

are you a painter as well as a writer? yourwriting has a strong visual underpinning

connie

Reviewed by Sandra Corona

Reviewed on September 24, 2004

Awesome! Love the poem and art--breath-taking!
:) Sandy

Reviewed by Nordette Adams

Reviewed on September 24, 2004

I want to be there. Thank you, Regis.

Reviewed by A Serviceable Villain

Reviewed on September 24, 2004

Regis,

Beautiful pic ... a superb write - thanks for this one, my friend!

Robert

Reviewed by Robin Ouzman Hislop

Reviewed on September 22, 2004

excellent style for such a simple earth bound description yet still so much more than human self importance saludos robin

Reviewed by Peter Adotey Addo

Reviewed on September 22, 2004

You used your words like a painter uses the brush and fed our minds and souls..
A wonderful poem

Reviewed by Safi Abdi

Reviewed on September 22, 2004

Packed with color and scents, wonderful words read and pic.

Best regards,
Safi

Reviewed by Regina Pounds

Reviewed on September 21, 2004

So beautiful! artistic, deeply felt, your words convey the magic and awe...

Gina

Reviewed by Theresa Koch

Reviewed on September 21, 2004

My goodness I loved this art and poetry~`*

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on September 21, 2004

Awesome write Regis
the imagery was priseless
your wods placed us there
The picture truly is worth a thousands words

William ...Peace & Love

Reviewed by Cynth'ya Reed

Reviewed on September 20, 2004

You describe my favorite time of year better than my eyes could explain to my soul Regis.

Peace,
cynth'ya lewis reed

Reviewed by Fr. Kurt Messick

Reviewed on September 20, 2004

stunning!

Reviewed by Retta (Reindeer) Mckenzie

Reviewed on September 20, 2004

Absolutely beautiful, This was so lovely,

Reindeer

Reviewed by Jeff Mason

Reviewed on September 19, 2004

beauty, nature, romance... breathtaking! -- Jeff

Reviewed by Fletcher Bailey (Reader)

Reviewed on September 19, 2004

Regis, wonderful breathtaking poetry. So strong are the images you write about.

Reviewed by Karen Chalfant (Reader)

Reviewed on September 19, 2004

Memories come back to us in so many different ways. Great thought provoking poem...

Karen

Reviewed by Amira van Kerk (Reader)

Reviewed on September 19, 2004

An excellent poem - and a breathtaking pic.
Great

Reviewed by andrea coltman

Reviewed on September 19, 2004

Oh I felt as if I was there Regis, wonderful write...best wishes Andrea

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