Autumn's Recall Poem by Guinevere Eveleigh

I walk in amongst the rain soaked trees
They shadow and corner me like bullies
I hurry my footsteps. I want out.
They trunks and branches look slimy
I think about octopuses growing out of the grounds
I hear a helicopter above my head
Its engine purrs too garishly
It is vicious. I fear it is watching me
I ‘am out now. I feel safe
But my journey is not over yet.
The houses are the same colour as the sky
Grey and unclean. I think of gravestones
I spot colour. The autumn leaves
They save me. They burn silently and brightly
It is like the tree is spouting flames
I think cheerfully. It is more vividly
Clearer against the grey sky
It comforts me. Soothes me
Makes me remember how beautiful life is