Hoping For the Smell of Smores

Whirling leaves of gold and rust travel past me in an ethereal way
Enjoying the float of a gentle glide of morning autumn air.
Squirrel tails chase each other around an oak tree
Ends of toothy fat mouths that are excitedly chattering.

My soft sweater protects me from the brisk air of October.
A carload of young lads slows down to watch a pretty co-ed.
An unaware beauty clothed in a plaid skirt with a matching tam.
Homecoming is around the corner; I imagine her at a bonfire.

Flames kicking and popping, enticing romantic confessions.
Her embers turning gray and black in eager anticipation
The strength of this season oozing out of every corner
Shadows snickering, hoping for the smell of s’mores.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Goldsmith Avatar
October 20, 2021 at 10:30 AM
A "Wonderful" sweet write. Believe it or not, I have never had a SMores. Can I come over for some????? hahahahha...... Have a sweet day eating and writing away.................
Krutsinger Avatar
October 20, 2021 at 10:36 PM
Oh my goodness! Paula please come to Kansas!
Hankins Avatar
October 20, 2021 at 7:42 AM
Full of incredible images, taking me back quite a ways, Caren. Enjoyed it.
Krutsinger Avatar
October 20, 2021 at 10:16 AM
It brought me back to age 12.
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