Leaves Change Color

As the leaves change color
So do I change my mood
I love the autumn months
They are cool to the touch
And filled with a feeling
Of a breeze that ignites
My infinite possibilities 
Deep within my soul
As the pumpkins come
And the spices alleviate
The brooks become a haven
For the mind to escape
And the sun becomes a friend
Unlike before when it suffocated
And produced scars
Where the heat hurt
But now its power is reduced
And the breeze comes alive
With a bite
And the grasses blow
Within the cool winds
Where my mind grows
Full of ideas, those of life
Those of tender hearts
And feelings of love 
From this season of change
Where colors of orange
Brown, yellow, and gold
All hold a special part
Within me, and fill me 
With an awe of tranquility
I cherish each year
Now the leaves have blown
Upon the ground
Winter makes its call
But don’t frown
White blessings come home
This evening

Russell Sivey
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Pandit Avatar
September 20, 2017 at 6:32 AM
Lovely depiction of autumn and its changing colors--well written, Russell!
Wolf Avatar
September 20, 2017 at 4:56 AM
Love this, Russell! Autumn proves death too can be beautiful! Happy Mabon or Ostara, depending on which side of the globe you're on!
Sands Avatar
September 19, 2017 at 7:51 PM
Oh, I love this Russell! A favorite. I love how you wove, mood, thoughts and feelings into this beautiful poem. Excellent! :)
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