Autumn Leaves

I open the window on the pasture The whisper of the northern breeze I hear Saying the scorching summer is going away The mellow footfall of autumn follows. The purple prism of sunburst autumn horizon Splits sunrays coloring the dawn in multi-hues The tinged blades of fawn grass sway in meadow That wears the glowing crown of topaz dew. The trees absorb the autumn’s color explosion Paint the leaves blazing crimson and gold Knowing the dance of hues on them won’t last For they will all drift in the haze of the winter air. The sepia trees line the cinnabar garden path The gilded leaves leave their bare boughs For its their time to grow wings and fly away Soar to freedom in the serene sky before they fall. ________________ January 4, 2023 Quote used : #7 Contest : Feel Free Sponsored by : Sara Kendrick