Autumns Breathe: A Short Story

Like a dream

filled with Amber light,

so continues the cycle 

of Autumn's ignite.

Twisting twirling wearied leaves,

acorns falling from many trees

the streams trickle and cackle 

and tendering berries are a sight.

while crows take flight 

the stag stands tall 

amidst his fiery forest tonight.

Mother owl observes all 

the mouse that scurries 

the turtle that rests from its journey

the dove that comforts the weary

the hedgehogs that burrow with family

the moth that lights their own path

the butterflies that mingle

and the fox that chases the rabbit

in hopes of sufficing his bad habits.

the humans harvest

as the meadowlarks call

they gather their family to feast by nightfall

their cabin's fireplace burns warm and bright.

like the strum of the harp

or the light gust of wind

Autumns breathe greets Earth's children