Swishing Leaves

Leaves fell like confetti, upon an autumn bride

Swirling in their multitudes, across the countryside.

Along the path I walked they lay, some were ankle deep

I took such childish pleasure, as I swished them with my feet.

The wind was fairly blowing, branches nearly bare

I pulled my collar around my ears, a chill was in the air.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Allison Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 6:47 PM
Absolutely lovely imagery Gary i especially love the opening lines:-) hugs Jan xx
Smith Avatar
October 2, 2017 at 12:26 AM
Thank you Jan :)
Rodrigues Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 6:41 PM
Lovely images, Gary! love the confetti line?
Smith Avatar
October 2, 2017 at 12:25 AM
Thank you Kim :)
Ashley Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 6:17 PM
Oh what a beautifully delightful poem Gary that reminds me of the childhood pleasure of purposefully swishing through piles of leaves on my way home from school with my friend. We could never resist! Well done! :)
Smith Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 6:19 PM
Thank you Susan :)
Sands Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 5:53 PM
I knew I would love this one. I know that swishing too! I like your photo to fit this fun poem as well :)
Smith Avatar
October 1, 2017 at 5:54 PM
Thank you Heidi :)
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