Farewell, Withering Autumn

Farewell to the withering of Autumn days
its bare branched trees and fields of maize
to the ripened acorns, hoarded by squirrels
and chimneys belchng black smoke curls

Goodbye to Fall's colors and pumpkin spice
Soon to succumb to Winter's sleet and ice
In silence, snow covers the ground, completely
I fold away memories of Autumn, discreetly

I find solace that fallen leaves are concealed
under blankets covering meadows and fields
In layers of woolens and my fingers in mittens
I desire to roam outdoors, like curious kittens
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Bangalee Avatar
November 19, 2020 at 1:15 AM
beautiful autumnal farewell poem
Logan Avatar
November 25, 2020 at 4:51 AM
Thank you, Mahtab.
Hamill Avatar
November 15, 2020 at 4:45 PM
Great poem for me.my favourite times of year.when I was a kid,we always had snow at xmas.great memories,thank you.simon
Logan Avatar
November 25, 2020 at 4:51 AM
I love Autumn, too, Simon. Thank you for visiting my lines and leaving such kind thoughts.
Mcintosh Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 4:51 PM
A beautiful and inspired poem from your beautiful and inspired heart! SO rich with vivid imagery! A delicious treat to the heart and soul. God bless you always dear lady
Logan Avatar
November 14, 2020 at 6:01 AM
Thank you, Regina. How kind are your gentle thoughts.
Gondolf Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 7:42 AM
Nicely penned, Jenna, I can feel the chill in the air. Have a great weekend. Hugs.
Logan Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 9:28 AM
Thanks so much, John. I will be busy, and my wish is for you to have a great one, too!
One Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 7:27 AM
Winter is coming, i see naked trees and half naked trees... your imagery is spot on...
Logan Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 9:28 AM
Thank you for having the vision to see what my words extol. I appreciate your thoughts.
Fowler Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 5:40 AM
Yep, it will be Spring here soon. :)) Nicely penned Jenna! Linda
Logan Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 5:57 AM
How fortunate for you, Linda. Winter is just beginning for me, winter's are mild here, so I've no complaint. Thank you.
Cunningham Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 1:11 AM
We've started to move away from autumn now, getting wetter and colder by the day. Tom
Logan Avatar
November 13, 2020 at 5:22 AM
In the 70s and sunny here in the South, Tom. Perfect weather.
Hinshaw Avatar
November 12, 2020 at 2:31 PM
A delightful write, Jenna! Autumn is my favorite season and I hate to see it slip away.
Logan Avatar
November 12, 2020 at 4:03 PM
Thank you very much, Robert.
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