Harvest Time

Now is the time of reaping and abundance. 
Now a time of preparation for winter's frozen scarcity. 
The sun hangs low in autumn skies, 
and foggy veils obscure the view. 

In Spring, when all was fresh and new, 
an all together different hue of innovation: 
summer's promise budding in anticipation. 
Green newness bursting with naivety. 

As time ticks by and lives march on just like the seasons; 
the spring of youth and childhood innocence 
give way to lusty languid summers of prosperity. 
A gathering of experience in autumn, 

which leads to winter's wizened wisdom. 
Make it not a season of discontentment, 
but a time of rich reflection on lives well spent. 
A time of joy not isolation, 

Make this is a time of plenitude for all for whom we care.   
Help us make this winter time a time of hope 
not helplessness; and a time when grace is all we share. 
For now is the time of reaping and abundance.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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Kelly Avatar
November 2, 2008 at 4:31 AM
Well said , this is the pay-back season ; we reap what we sow , and it will see us through the Winter ....
Suzadail Jr. Avatar
September 15, 2008 at 11:30 AM
Good advice for a satisfying life. We keep building walls instead of bridges. Vince
Mason Avatar
September 14, 2008 at 8:59 PM
This is most beautiful, Helen. In the winter of my life I do so appreciate your treasure here!! Thanks for coming to the Soup. I hope to read more of your writing!
Jordan Avatar
September 14, 2008 at 1:59 PM
Harvest has always been my favorite time of the year - This year I'll have to miss it due to health issues and that just breaks my heart - wonderful poem - God Bless
Winter Avatar
September 14, 2008 at 8:36 AM
A beautiful message here connected to the seasons. Exquisitely penned with your rich talent and style. Enjoyed this so much. Love, Shar
Reynolds Avatar
September 14, 2008 at 5:17 AM
A great message here, loved the last line, I wish all would keep this within their hearts, well written, love Kristin
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