Comment from Bill Schott

Excellent

This twenty-syllable poem, Autumn Coronary, has the required syllable count and brings the expected awesome sights and feelings to the fore beforehand.

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2023

Thank you very much, Bill, for sharing and reviewing my poem. Rod

Comment from royowen

Excellent

I think your right my friend, if I can only find a bench I'll rest up so I'll enjoy these wonderful colours of autumn and this wonderful mild weather this time of the year, beautifully written, good luck, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2023

Thank you so much, Roy, for this glowing review. I wonder if the colors will be as vibrant this year since so much of the country had little rain this summer. Rod

reply by royowen on 12-Sep-2023

I hope so Rod

Comment from Mark D. R.

Excellent

Very nice poem Rod!

Congrats on your podium placement.

Sitting outside on an Autumn day pondering Nature surely is a great idea. Do like your illustration that paired with your entry.

Mark

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2023

Thank you so much for sharing my poem, Mark. I love enjoying the color in Autumn, but hate the change of temperature. Around here Fall comes early, about mid-October. Rod

Comment from Sally Law

Excellent

I voted for this lovely poem and came back to review. I enjoyed the fact that it was four lines instead of three. I dearly hope this wins.
Sending you my best today as always and best for the blue ribbon.
Sally :))

 Comment Written 12-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Sep-2023

Thank you so much for your wonderful support, Sally. I didn?t win, but I truly appreciate your vote. Rod

Comment from Andrea Kepple

Excellent

You used powerful words in your poem. The word choices trigger an emotional reaction. For me reading through your poem, I'm left with a feeling of loss, possibly the loneliness of missing someone.

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

What a terrific interpretation. I had not considered "loss" as a theme, but it certainly is possible. Many thanks, Andrea, for sharing my poem and your comments.

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Excellent entry for the 20 Syllables writing prompt contest.

I like the presentation too. Concrete images easy to visualize the park vacand bench and nature.

Good syllables count and connection between lines.

Good luck in the contest.

Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novalis

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

Hi, Gypsy. So glad you like this shortie. I love the colors of Autumn, but not the colder weather. Many thanks for sharing.

Comment from Boogienights

Excellent

It really is peaceful sitting on a park bench watching the leaves. A nice way to pass an afternoon. This is a lovely contest entry, with a beautiful picture to accompany it. Good luck.

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

So glad you enjoyed my poem. I love the colors of Autumn but not the colder weather. Many thanks for sharing.

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

A feel like having a heart attack when winter approaches, thankfully the colours in Autumn quell my desire to let it grip me. A fine write, love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

Thank you so much, Dolly, for sharing and praising my short poem.

Comment from Alexandra Trovato

Excellent

This is an excellent poem. I enjoyed reading it. Your entire presentation is good. You use imagery descriptive words draw in a reader.

Best wishes!

Alexandra

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

Thank you very much, Alexandra, for your high praise of my poem. I am so pleased the imagery drew you in.

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

What a stunning image - and beautiful thoughts to accompany it of allowing one's heart to contract and gasp with wonder at the splendour of Autumn. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy

 Comment Written 11-Sep-2023

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reply by the author on 11-Sep-2023

Thank you so much, Wendy, for sharing and praising my poem.