Four Seasons

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  yelskwah

  "Four Seasons" is a beautifully concise and vividly rendered poem that captures the cyclical nature of time and the transformative power of the seasons. The opening stanza, with its "red flashes flaring / atop towering trees," immediately immerses the reader in the vibrant colors of autumn. The transition to winter, marked by "winter thieves" and "vibrant canvases ripped from their frames," is stark and dramatic. The arrival of spring, featuring "shy buds / emerging from hiding… erupting!" along with "pastel hues," represents a moment of joyous renewal. The seamless transition to summer is depicted as "springtime transforms / behind the cloak of night: / draping greens, / humid heat— / summer ignites," effectively conveying the gradual shift in temperature and the lushness of the summer landscape. The final stanzas, describing the "sweltering season / reluctant, / retreats…yielding / once / more— / autumn's / sweet / relief," bring the poem full circle, emphasizing the cyclical nature of the seasons and the comforting return of autumn. The poem's strength lies in its ability to evoke a strong sense of place and time through vivid imagery and dynamic rhythm. "Four Seasons" is a beautifully crafted and emotionally resonant work. more »

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  ladyygracious

  Vibrant cycles.

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  lbruce12388

  Hi Susan, love love love this. So descriptive it really speaks to me and I can feel each season. My favourite season is Spring. x

  LikeReply 14 months ago
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    susan.brumel

    I’m so glad you liked this piece. I also like the spring- even the untamed winds of winter! It’s the heat and humidity of summer that I don’t like.
    But then we wouldn’t have the gorgeous painted leaves of autumn without it. :-)
    Thanks so much for your thoughtful comments. I appreciate your support very much. more »

    LikeReply 14 months ago
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    lbruce12388

    happy Saturday

    LikeReply4 months ago
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    susan.brumel

    Same to you!

    LikeReply4 months ago
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  Symmetry60

  One of my favorites by you, Miss Brumel. Everything about it sings of seasons. I love how you structured it as well - very easy on these weary eyes.

  LikeReply 24 months ago
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    susan.brumel

    Thank you, Mr. Dupere. I’m so happy you liked it. :-)

    LikeReply4 months ago
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  Giselavigil

  Nicely written Susan. Great imagery.
  I also share your same favorite and least favorite season.

  LikeReply 14 months ago
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    susan.brumel

    Thank you, Gisela. That’s so funny about our favorite and least favorite seasons.

    LikeReply4 months ago