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Mysteria

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0 posted 2003-09-30 06:15 PM

~ §§ ~In A Fond September Farewell~ §§ ~

Tattered, worn, slippers
tremble on tiptoes through
the last breathes of September.

Ever so softly she hums
Her woebegone chant
under bated breath
rising and falling like the
silence between impulsive
clatters of thunder or lightening.

Already half naked,
her torn and tattered skirt of summer
snags on every grasping breeze,
sending a mixture of brilliant
crimson, sierra, and gold sequins
flying from her faded party dress.

In an “oh my!” sigh,
variegated cracklings
under her grass-licked slippers
emblaze virgin trails
marking fall's beckoning.

Slowing reaching down
She sadly winks rain filled eyes,
throwing a final kiss to the wind,
In a fond September farewell.

[This message has been edited by Mysteria (09-30-2003 06:18 PM).]

vlraynes
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since 2000-07-25

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Somewhere... out there...

1 posted 2003-09-30 06:18 PM

Oh my, Sharon...
I swear your poetry is just getting better
and better lately. This is one of the most
beautiful pieces I've ever read from your pen.
Absolutely gorgeous, my friend.
Hugs,
~Vicky
When the power of love overcomes the
love of power the world will know peace.
-Jimi Hendrix

Janet Marie
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2 posted 2003-09-30 06:30 PM

Already half naked,
her torn and tattered skirt of summer
snags on every grasping breeze,
sending a mixture of brilliant
crimson, sierra, and gold sequins
flying from her faded party dress.

====================================

stunning poetic mix of imagery and personifi
Sharon...very cool write and pic.
So good to see you here today.

"If you feel heartbreak, distant thunder, lightning, earthquakes ...
If you wonder why the earth moves ... this is me missing you."

JH

Sunshine

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3 posted 2003-09-30 07:12 PM

I know how far your poetry has brought you...
but do you even realize how far
you've come?

This is exquisite, and humbly libraried...

Mysteria

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British Columbia, Canada

4 posted 2003-09-30 09:03 PM

Thank you 3 ladies for reading this one, even I kind of liked it (hope that is okay to say

oh well!) And as for you Sunshine the answer is - a long way baby! LOL

Enchantress
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Canada eh.

5 posted 2003-09-30 09:15 PM

My goodness Sharon...this is stunning!
Your style and presentation are absolutely beautiful.
~Smiles & Hugs, Nancy~

~ I love your glances meeting mine
across forever or the room ~

Martie

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6 posted 2003-09-30 09:45 PM

Sharon...I was mourning September on this last day...wanting to write something to her beauty...and you have done it, and so much better than I ever could. Just beautiful! and thank you!

Mistletoe Angel

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7 posted 2003-09-30 11:00 PM

(big hugggsssssss) God Bless You, sweet friend, this is soooooooo beautiful and made me cry as this reminded me of when I was a little boy and autumn broke my heart truly because the flowers were dying and the butterflies flittering away and it made me feel dead! (wipes tears) Autumn doesn't sadden me as much as it used to but I still prefer the spring ever so much more, God Bless You, this is gorgeous, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Sharon, thank you for sharing!

May love and light always shine upon you!

Love,
Noah Eaton

I don't need no proof when it comes to God and truth
I can see the sun set and I perceive

***Live***

Balladeer

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8 posted 2003-09-30 11:30 PM

This is really beautiful, Shaorn. You captured the essence of September beautifully...I LIKE it!!

Mysteria

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9 posted 2003-10-01 12:32 PM

My goodness gracious (as she shyly peeks around the corner), and sees, these wonderful words, and then she screams, "Wow I can not believe Mikey liked it!" Martie you honor me as you are my idol you know that and Nancy Lee, as always you are so very, very kind. Thank you.

Magicmystery
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Windsor, Ontario, Canada

10 posted 2003-10-01 01:03 AM

Sharon, this was simply wonderful! Janet Marie beat me to the quote.... I especially like your use of leaves as sequines on a party dress. I love summer..... She left the party too soon for me. Falls a gorgeous gal but her party-pooper half sister, Winter is always lurking around the corner.

Glad I popped in for a read tonight.
This one is going into my library.

Sherry

Cherish the good memories of the past and look forward to the adventure called Tomorrow. But above all... be kind to yourself today.

garysgirl

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11 posted 2003-10-01 01:13 AM

Sharon, this is just the most beautiful
poem......from the title all the way to the last
word. These last two verses just top it all off!!

In an “oh my!” sigh,
variegated cracklings
under her grass-licked slippers
emblaze virgin trails
marking fall's beckoning.

Slowing reaching down
She sadly winks rain filled eyes,
throwing a final kiss to the wind,
In a fond September farewell.

I love it and I'm going to keep it, too.
I hope that you don't mind?

Hugs

Ethel

Richy
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Posts 3050

12 posted 2003-10-01 09:07 AM

Hi Sharon,

What a beautiful way to look at the breadth of Autumn!

How could one not be fond of this fabulous farewell?

So Very Poignant!

Richy

littlewing
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since 2003-03-02

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New York

13 posted 2003-10-01 09:16 AM

Sharon,

you portray her so beautifully
I am in awe of this, truly
and of you
*smile*
xxoo

NewEnglandlazurlu
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14 posted 2003-10-01 12:00 PM

Oh my, oh my, OH MY! Sharon, this leaves me completely speechless. Hon, there aren't enough adjectives in our language to describe how much I loved this.

I don't know what's in your tea, but girl, your poetry has gone the realm of imagination.

Huggles of admiration ... Marti

Hear Blessings dropping their blossoms all around you.

passing shadows
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15 posted 2003-10-01 12:16 PM

a gorgeous write

Mysteria

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16 posted 2003-10-01 02:20 PM

I think I am beginning to figure it out that I don't spend enough time actually sitting and writing my poems that's for sure.

Usually I am in such a hurry I think something up, do it, find a picture and poof - up it goes. Lately I do them in Word, take my time and maybe do three at once, and work on those three until I crack a smile, then poof them up! Thank you all for showing me the error of my ways for with time spent in your imagination you can turn a leaf into a sequin

and I now remember what my Mom used to say, Quantity doesn't always mean Quality, and she was right.

BluesSerenade
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By the Seaside

17 posted 2003-10-03 01:27 AM

Slowing reaching down
She sadly winks rain filled eyes,
throwing a final kiss to the wind,
In a fond September farewell.

Sharon, you are so special!!!

Everything you write turns to gold,
or magic as the case may be.

I really loved this, and you~

angelblueyes
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18 posted 2003-10-03 01:30 AM

Your eyes and heart bring a beautiful perception to all.You grow more and more everyday and the essence is amazing.

Crystal

Kaoru

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where the wild flowers grow

19 posted 2003-10-03 02:20 AM

WOW!

Dark Angel
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20 posted 2003-10-03 06:23 AM

I too mourn the Fall.... beautifully penned Sharon

Keeping it.

Maree

Seymour Tabin
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21 posted 2003-10-03 06:32 AM

Mysteria
Well done sweety, well done.

Mysteria

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British Columbia, Canada

22 posted 2003-10-03 12:51 PM

Well dear friends, September is gone, as are all the memories of that month we stored like squirrels filling their cheeks, in our minds. What will October bring - the beauty of falling leaves, October moons, and now, the cuddles of chilly lovers begin. I absolutely adore this time of year, for it awakens the love that stays dorment in our hearts to see the changes of yet another year to come.

I am so glad you all enjoyed this, as much as I did doing it as it is a new one for my site that will be expanding soon. I appreciate your time and feedback always.

[This message has been edited by Mysteria (10-03-2003 12:52 PM).]

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