The Leaf

A fallen leaf upon the ground ,
Discarded by its mother.
No longer having any use ,
Pushed aside for another .
A simple life as it was ,
Spawned in early spring .
Bursting forth in happiness 
Shading birds as they sing .
From cool nights and mornings ,
To scorching hot summer days .
It spent its life on a limb ,
Pleasing to a passing gaze .
Yet its time was quite short ,
Dispatched by a winter breeze .
It joined its siblings in the air ,
Scattered amongst the trees .
Though left to pass all alone ,
Its existence fading quickly .
It spent its life as a leaf ,
To be enjoyed by you and me ..
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Rich Avatar
July 20, 2010 at 1:33 PM
Enjoyed this poetry from you today and will read more, please check out my recent Criminals part 4 and remember its only a story. Have a great day.
Galua Avatar
July 20, 2010 at 12:36 AM
Susan,,,so so beautiful....you worded it uniquely beautiful that the subject leaf becomes refreshing again and see it in a beautiful way again because to others it seemed cliche...you just quench my thirst for beauty and add this to my favs...thank you...^_^ v
Roberts Avatar
July 19, 2010 at 10:45 PM
lovely Susan, much enjoyed
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