autumn – Page 4 – Carl Setzer: Word Shaper

Autumn Smoke

through the autumn smoke 
memories of cool fall air 
and longing for rain

sunlight drifting
downwards upon my skin
yet the leaves redden

the joys of sunlight
graceful clouds within blueness 
seagulls cry calming

an afternoon pause
in sunlight along the shore
the joy of flowers

reddening leaves
boldly green just yesterday 
crisp, cold air arrives

yet another walk
underneath the autumn clouds
soon birds quiet

this autumnal night
with silence under the stars
sleep's call beckons

moving through the day
sunlight flows upon my life 
embracing its grace

summer visages 
with autumn approaching 
soon the seasons change

descending dusk
night's darkness hiding beauty 
the birds go silent