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 © Susan Martin | Year Posted 2010
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