Ode To the Autumn

In Autumn's mournful grasp, the tree does weep,
Its leaves, once vibrant, are now in slumber deep.
Each tear, a drop of amber sorrow shed,
A tapestry of memories, long since dead.

The winds of time, relentless, cruelly blow,
They strip the tree of garments, leaving woe.
Beneath a grey and sombre sky, it stands,
Its limbs were outstretched, like desolate, empty hands.

A masterpiece of nature's tragic art,
The tree endures the pain and plays its part.
In whispered sighs, it speaks of life's decay,
A testament to beauty's fleeting sway.

But in the heart of dusk, there's a spark,
A glimmer of resilience in the dark.
For even as the tree laments its fate,
It knows that Spring will come, and hope awaits.

So, let us ponder on this tree's lament,
And in its tears, find meaning, and invent
A story of endurance, love, and grace,
A testament to life's enduring chase.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Meadows Avatar
October 4, 2023 at 12:14 AM
A lovely poem. Well done.
Chib Avatar
October 8, 2023 at 4:27 AM
Thank you ????
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