Wanderlust

“Autumn leaves don’t fall; they fly. They take their time and wander on this, their only chance to soar.” ~ Delia Owens When I was born, I clung to my mother, A little light green being, God made me so unlike any other, I flap flutter unmoving, Thousands of my brothers and sisters live With me and my mom, all green, Dancing and swaying with the breeze active, We rustle, bustle umpteen, During Autumn, my colour becomes red, And I know my end is near, Away from mom's clasp, I will soon be dead, There's only one thing to cheer, Now I can go where the wind wishes me, I will try out my new wings, All my life passed by, content on a tree, Now I can explore few things, Happy, I soar, away from my mom's shade, Journeying on a new quest, Fly and glide over the grass and the glade, Floating, I find final rest.
2nd January 2023
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Kendrick Avatar
January 19, 2023 at 1:39 PM
Congratulations on this one winning in Brian's contest. I like it now and did when it was in my contest. Sara
Chunn Avatar
January 19, 2023 at 11:45 AM
I am really glad that this is a winner. I love this poem! The personification of the leaf is exquisite. It's in my faves. Congratulations!
Fowler Avatar
January 19, 2023 at 6:39 AM
I really enjoyed this one Jo! Congratulations on your win! :)
George Avatar
January 18, 2023 at 9:50 PM
Jo, I love reading this poem once again. Glad it received the recognition it deserved .
Goldsmith Avatar
January 18, 2023 at 7:58 AM
Back with Congratulation on your new win. Have a blessed day writing away.................
Gasun Avatar
January 7, 2023 at 5:47 PM
Congratulations on your win my dear friend Jo. This is an amazing personification poem about the leaf. I like it a lot and i've enjoyed every line. Thank you so much for sharing this superb poetry. God bless you always and your writings. Hugs May you and your family have a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year 2023!
Goldsmith Avatar
January 7, 2023 at 7:44 AM
Congratulation on your win. A lovely story/write. I guess we are like a leaf. Now time to fly away. Have a blessed day/weekend.................
Kendrick Avatar
January 6, 2023 at 12:56 PM
I have read your contest entry and found it to be delightful. I like the personification you used. Thank you for participating. Sara
George Avatar
January 2, 2023 at 4:59 AM
What a wonderful thought. How I wish I could have conceived of such an idea.... a little earlier. I enjoyed the leaf's flight on the wings of breeze to explore more of this world. I am sure this will be placed high. All the Best Jo.
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