Written, July 30, 2026 For The Contest, Shakespearean Sonnet Theme: “A Leaf In the Woods” Sponsor, Craig Cornish
While walking in the woods, I saw it fall- swaying, and tumbling softly through the air. There from its branch, the maple tree so tall and lush, of its descent, seemed unaware. Upon the ground, it lay pristine and green. It's summer, and it should have stayed alive. Alone, no others round it could be seen. Seems so unfair it lost its chance to thrive. Perhaps there is no reason to explain why this sole bud let go its grip to stay. Though just a leaf, it mirrors the same pain that stings, as death's poor timing will dismay. Oh yes, at times life's journeys are unfair- that halt young life for death to earn its share.
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