The wind swirls leaves in all directions,
Tumbling them down upon this earth,
Releasing them from their connections,
To inhabit yet another berth.
Layers of them are now descending,
Carpeting the land's cold ground,
Colours meticulously blending,
Burnished copper spread around.
All in their distinct formations,
Each with different hues to see,
Parading now in damp locations,
Drifters off upon a spree.
Autumn's changing shades are warming,
Embroidering a patchwork quilt
Across the open plains transforming,
Embellishing with golden gilt.
The wind swirls leaves in all directions,
Tumbling them down in gentle flight,
Trees then watch for a resurrection
Of the spring's fresh appetite.
Absolutely gorgeous & virtually flawless verse, young lady...Where does your Spectrum of Talent end....Or does it? ! '''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''F. j. R.
an awesome penning, imagery so vivid in colour and feeling. excellent. amanda
Dear Ernestine, This is so beautiful, it's imagery conveys such a powerful naturally soothing grace and peace. Thank YOU! ! Debora
Beautiful imagery again Ernestine, you really are a very talented poet. Love Andrew x
gorgeous scene, Ernestine. in complete agreement with all below and likely above. marvelous beauty in your autumn portrait of change, hope and rebirth. commanding work. -Tailor
All our beautiful fall colors are gone today, and as I drove to the Library, the leaves swirled and danced in the road after my car! Great writing!
Hi Ernestine... I really enjoyed this poem of hope... and needed to read it today All my best CJ
Beautiful. A quiet but lovely picture you've painted with your words. -chuck
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
This is your finest work Ernestine, it holds a feeling quite unparallel to any of your other pieces, and although this is my own opinion I feel that many others may find themselves thinking the same, a truly remarkable accomplishment Thankyou..you amazingly strong and brilliant poet of the heart Love duncan X