Hints of Autumn

I Clear Water Mirror Clear water mirrors the trees; caressing shades of green dress them still. Of late, the evenings hold a chill; the season bend approaches; ending summer's stronger scented flowers along the lane nod and point to God. II First Tang of Leaves Dying leaves' first tang tints the air, crisp, pungent flavor of late August haze; soon their fall will glaze the pond with riotous, colorful display. Nature raises her director's wand and conducts the insects' praise. © Faye Lanham Gibson, August 17, 2015