A mistaken turn

can take us on roads we would

never have chosen

and allow us to see things

we otherwise would have missed.

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As they encouraged

the sun to join them for their

warmup, that chorus

of cardinals, bluejays, and crows

definitely were off key.

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Scampering across

leaf-covered ground, squirrels halt

at the bird feeder

to  steal  their morning meal ere

scolding words can be spoken.

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Golden leaves on tree

and ground welcome morning sun –

a colorful match

and an encouraging sign

of a golden renewal.

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