Bijou

Imagination pulling at inspiration

Jewel-Bijou (French)

A symphony  of  color to autumn

 

 

Harp Strains of winds, September has trailed away.

Minutes daily diminish- Sweet sunlight golden rays.

Precious longing pulls my soul for October’s lullaby.

Emerald Fir trees in full sway, Lift to pewter sky.

A stretching streamer necklace Festoons my maple tree.

In lilting triad note Garnet Lutes arrive.

Royal banners wave in Topaz. And Chartreuse

Earth’s heart beat rumbles

-To the Thrum of Kettle drums.

Trumpets from a distance announce royal colors.

Gold, Carnelian and Alabaster

Leaves tumble in profusion

Jasper, Opal, Citrine

Trees clap exaltation

Amethyst, Turquoise, Sapphire

Curtain falls

 in a gauze

 

of 

diamond and peridot raindrops.

Standing ovation,

 a final, jewel finale

Kathy Van Kurin October, 2019 

Author's Note

What does Autumn bring out in you?

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Kathy... here we are... a year later...
richer for discovering that there is still wisdom and beauty in Nature.
Your poetry still lingers in my Soul... where seasons bring a change of Emotion.
We may have grown in knowledge and self-revelation... and yet Nature remains
our Calendar of Events with a year spent surviving and mourning our loss of
loved ones the World over. September 2021 is a Month of high winds with flooding
and fires. A time to read poetry and believe in Blessings. gently, Pat

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Pat,
You have shared kindness in your words. Life over this last couple of years has been difficult but the tenderness of beauty here and there in nature softens the brittleness.
Thanks again for reading. Your review did give me affirmation that life is worth living and their is so much good.
Blessings,
Kathy

[barleygirl]

One of my pet peeves with newer writers is using only primary colors to describe life. Your poem is the PINNACLE of all the poems I've ever read, as far as remedying this issue! You use colors I never even thought of! Also, overall, you don't use the typical autumn blather . . . everything is painted in unique phrases, unexpected words, etc. For me, autumn is all about the way the air feels (not much color in California). Our dry blasting heat of summer . . . then the air turns damp, bringing out all the aromas of the chaparrel . . . that's what signals autumn to me! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Kathy Van Kurin]

barleygirl,
My goodness, your home area sounds magical! I love the very word, 'chaparrel.' I hope you write about it. I do not live in the kind of area you describe. I am intrigued. Your above description is so delicious too. Thank you so much for your lovely and honest words. Bless you Margie.
Kathy

[An owl on the moon]

Every color and shade of your words is a radiant beauty. How I love autumn. The colored leaves are like the flowers of spring. Autumn brings me a sense of peace... of letting go... of shedding the summer.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Dear Owl on the Moon,
I do agree. This transitional time feels like the 'shedding of summer.' Colors brilliant left behind.
Thank you as always for another kind and thoughtful review.
Blessings,
Kathy

[Neville]

I think that without any reasonable doubt to have captured its very essence here Kathy...

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Neville,
Leaves are still falling. Many trees are just holding out. My own big Maple tree is now beginning to re lease it's leaves. It's been a little colder this year so far. A lot of sunny days. Thankful for it.
Kathy

[Neville]

pleasure's all mine...

[wordman]

makes me want to visit,lovely imagery,,the weather pattern seems to be changing everywhere

[Kathy Van Kurin]

wordman,
Oregon, Pacific Northwest. Last year my husband and I were kayaking on Trillium Lake at the shoulder of Mount hood. Sunny and warm- high of seventy that day. November first. The day after the weather flipped and it was a normal cold fall. Our weather here is like that sometimes.
Thanks for coming by and as always I wish you bunches of good.
Kathy

[wordman]

well i usually wear a t shirt on halloween,today 61 tomorrow high will be 31,the weather is changing

[Paul Bell]

I think if you live in the city it becomes a bit greyer, though in saying that, Mr robin has arrived for the winter, so that's nice. I like woodlands in the autumn, the way they turn slightly red before everything dies off. Nature seems to have everything sorted out, knows when to rest when to grow. We as humans should really take this on board. Hoping for some snow this year, my igloo last year was pretty pathetic.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Paul Bell,
The awareness of a 'grey' time becomes more precious. We can prepare ourselves. Nature helps us do that. The colors, coolness, winds, rain all join together to catch our attention. I love the image of your igloo. Iv'e not had the adventure of making one of those. You have a robin near by? Wow, to cool!
Bless you and thanks for the thoughtful review.
Kathy

[Paul Bell]

Not sure if an early Robin means snow, but time will tell. You take care.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

You too Paul. Here in the Pacific Northwest we get snow but not like the Midwest.Be well too.

[R.E. Ray]

A spectacular, warm explosion of color, Kathy, despite the coming season's gray. You lift the spirits with this poem-- your fonts, structure, word choices, etc. So much poetry about autumn (I'm guilty) speaks mostly to coming winter, the cold, dreary days ahead. You've captured the best of autumn in a wonderful poem. Great write, Kathy.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

R.E. Ray,
Does it seem the truly awe inspiring season just spins by to fast? I feel that way. It seems so intense and I ache to capture it. I hope people don't tire of this period. I sure do find your review inspiring.It is so lovely and satisfying to be able to share our hearts with one another this way; Poetry you know? I look forward to more of your own creative voice. Keep it coming!
Blessings,
Kathy

[emmajoy]

Such fine language, such fine meter.. you never fail to deliver a visual masterpiece in this or that way. Kathy.

' Trumpets from a distance announce royal colors. - Gold, Carnelian and Alabaster - Leaves tumble in profusion - Jasper, Opal, Citrine -Trees clap exaltation.. '

You've set the scene that gives a glory of colours.. and Autumn's are the best. Can there be a more beautiful picture of death than the sight of Fall leaves drifting slowly or dancing cheekily in a gentle wind? Your words are truly beautiful.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

emmajoy,
I wonder if you know that you spread stars of joy with your words?! 'Fall leaves drifting slowly or (dancing cheekily) in a gentle wind? Just the cutest. Being able to connect with others as you have done is the wonder here to me. Thanks and double thanks. Bless you and I'm hoping your having a great Fall!
Kathy

[Kelly Scheppers]

A symphony, indeed! The splendor and wonder this exudes is amazing, Kathy. I anticipate Autumn like a child who longs for Christmas. I get excited for the change in the weather, and await the pageantry of colors to show themselves. It brings out memories of school, too...the smell of new clothes and just sharpened pencils. There's just nothing like it!

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Kelly Scheppers,
Your childhood is what you process the present through. To think that we have the treasure within us. Layers to share and think on. So tickled with your sharing. It is so great to think of you enjnoying Autumn for it is a lovely and a free gift! I agree, very special.
Bless you much.
kathy

[Hebe]

A spectacular visual of autumn & color! Your words create an appreciation of our planet ... thank you Kathy🍁

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Hebe,
I think your two word phrase of Autumn; "Spectacular visual" is very fitting for this wonderful season. Today is clear and sunny and the colors are just popping with vibrancy! Up to almost 70 is going to be the high temp. We'll see.
Thanks so much for your review and the reminder to just be thankful for our own little part of this world and to appreciate and care for our 'planet.'
Bless ya!
Kathy