Star struck, the moon glows

even brighter as it joins

them for an evening dance.

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Leaf after leaf falls

to the ground leaving behind

the only home they have known.

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Heavy morning mist

casts its mysterious spell

softening all it touches.

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In spite of each drop

that falls, the golden leaves still

shine – nature’s dual blessing.

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Occasionally

a bit of wisdom falls from

her lips and grandkids are stunned.

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With eyes wide open

I take in the wonder of

our presence on this planet.

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As that dying tree

nears its last green stand, its limbs

reach out and embrace the sky.

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Each small step we take

moves us either closer to

or farther from our essence.

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September’s slight chill

invites us to say goodbye 

to summer, hello to fall.

JDG