My Fall List

“Notice that autumn is more the season of the soul then of nature.” Friedrich Nietzsche I walk along many paths during the fall because it uplifts my soul...here is a list of why I love it so. The winding bronze path that beckons to me A refreshing deep breath of chilled autumn air A tree brilliant yellow against cobalt blue sky The caw of a scolding crow The reflection of leaf and sky in rain puddles A kaleidoscope carpet of leaves on the ground A cluster of white mushrooms against gold mulch The sun bright upon tree branches A soft whispering breeze gentle on my cheeks The smell of lush rich earth The muted quiet of sound dampened down A green and yellow moss carpet on a tree trunk Red berries against a patch of leafy lime green A streams lazy swirl reflecting falls canopy of colors The scampering chatter of a squirrel overhead A tall white aspen grove A dog’s exuberant bark at the waters edge The soft sound of water trickling past You walking by my side written 9-16-2019 Fall Into Fall Poetry Contest 1st place