Autumn Leaves

autumn breezes sigh dying leaves drift downward still … skitter across lawn Written September 21, 2022

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Caren Krutsinger

Date: 9/23/2022 11:09:00 AM

I can imagine the skittering and I smile.

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/23/2022 12:11:00 PM

I love that word. It so aptly describes the way leaves "skitter" across the lawn after they fall.

Michael Tor

Date: 9/22/2022 8:30:00 AM

Clever Poetry shared here from you Milton. Love the theme and creativity in this Poem. The imagery says it all, but the "Autumn breezes sighs," is the icing on the cake reflecting the result of the dying leaves. Very clever and another favorite for being so clever a Poem. Two today from you. Your muse is running on all cylanders. Enjoyed reading...

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/22/2022 8:31:00 AM

Thanks, Michael. I did have a creative spurt yesterday! LOL

Tom Cunningham

Date: 9/22/2022 2:03:00 AM

First thing I think of when I see them is I'd better start raking, a clear sign that summer is over. Tom

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/22/2022 8:36:00 AM

Me, too, Tom, but unfortunately I cannot rake, so I have to hire them taken care of. Luckily I have someone who does the job very well.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 9/21/2022 10:56:00 PM

I love the slow and fast motion, and also the sigh in this lovely haiku, Milton. :)

Evelyn Judy Buehler
Date: 9/22/2022 11:21:00 AM

That is so nice to know! Thank you, Milton. :)

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/22/2022 8:36:00 AM

Thanks so much, Evelyn. Whenever you like something I write I am always so happy, because you are such an accomplished poet. Your thoughts mean a lot to me!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/21/2022 7:59:00 PM

Love the last line, Milton!

L Milton Hankins
Date: 9/21/2022 9:38:00 PM

Thanks, Kim. It's the best word I could think of that describes what those leaves do.