Autumn Reverie

From the bower of my abode,
At dawn and twilight I strode.
Crispy leaves rustled as I passed,
Over frosty, shimmering grass.

Craving even paler sun on my face,
Amid stiff breezes I set a good pace.
Staying indoors all day I couldn’t bear,
After a busy summer outdoors in fresh air.

The swimming pool is closed, my kayak soon to her shelf,
Bundling up, to keep moving I motivate myself.
No longer lazy dreaming on my deck amused,
With cooling drink and book to peruse.

Yet longer nights offer pleasures that satisfy.
Pellet stove glow relaxes me as I philosophize.
Unlike me, my frisky dogs are eager for a cool spell,
Cheering me from doldrums on which I sometimes dwell.

M. Renee Taylor
9-4-16
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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