An Ode to Autumn

An Ode to Autumn

A Poem by Ioana Georgiana

The continuous crinkling murmur,
Of crisp autumn leaves 
Quivering beneath my feet, 
Their end is nigh.

The sky's menacing tempest, 
A protest of Mother Nature 
As her tears fall,
Mournful, right as rain.

The smell of humid ground,
Intoxicating to my nostrils 
A musty breeze familliar,
Tantalizing once numbed senses.

The owls hoot lamentingly,
Yet again searching escape
Their echo desperately begs,
To cease the torment.

The moon is witness, 
To the nocturnal terrors
 Its ethereal glow shines,
Over the shadowed children.

Children play dress up, 
Yelling trick or treat 
Constantly hoping to receive, 
A candy or two.

For the creatures have ressurected,
From their profound slumber 
It is true, beware,
Autumn has finally come.

© 2015 Ioana Georgiana


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This poem excellently describes Autumn. I particularly like the alliteration in the first stanza, which also has a neat rhythm. However, I don't like the way it is punctuated, specifically the lack of punctuation. It seems like it doesn't read correctly the way it is currently punctuated. This particular point is really just my opinion, though. But- there are a few mistakes apart from my opinion. The owls should be hooting "lamentingly", and it is pretty redundant to say that sleep is languid. On the whole, though, this is a fairly pleasant poem, albeit a bit trite.

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Ioana Georgiana

8 Years Ago

Thank you for the constructive criticism, I managed to add the finishing touches just now.



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The final stanza in this one puts the cap on it very well, in my mind. A well-written ode to my own favorite season of the four.

Posted 7 Years Ago


A beautiful piece of writing.

Posted 8 Years Ago


Loved the idea of autumn....Reminding me some of those days.....Thanks.....

Posted 8 Years Ago


Ioana Georgiana

8 Years Ago

Thank you I appreciate your kind words. If it made you feel something, it means that I have reached .. read more
This poem excellently describes Autumn. I particularly like the alliteration in the first stanza, which also has a neat rhythm. However, I don't like the way it is punctuated, specifically the lack of punctuation. It seems like it doesn't read correctly the way it is currently punctuated. This particular point is really just my opinion, though. But- there are a few mistakes apart from my opinion. The owls should be hooting "lamentingly", and it is pretty redundant to say that sleep is languid. On the whole, though, this is a fairly pleasant poem, albeit a bit trite.

Posted 8 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Ioana Georgiana

8 Years Ago

Thank you for the constructive criticism, I managed to add the finishing touches just now.

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Added on October 17, 2015
Last Updated on November 12, 2015
Tags: Autumn, fall, melancholy, solace, sadness, sorrow, darkness, solitude

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Ioana Georgiana
Ioana Georgiana

Romania



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A twenty year old with a knack for everything written. I breathe by filling my lungs with words. You can also find me at jolenepoetry on Instagram. more..

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