I love this time of year
when the land
gathers itself
preparing
for its long, cold sleep
when the
leaves
no longer hide
the structure of
the trees
and the work
of
autumn
is complete
I love
the small
points
of light
and warmth
in the darkness
I love
the reminder
of vastness
beyond myself
when the land
gathers itself
preparing
for its long, cold sleep
no longer hide
the structure of
the trees
autumn
is complete
points
of light
and warmth
in the darkness
the reminder
of vastness
beyond myself
These are 55 words chosen and arranged for Verse Escape where Hedgewitch carries on the kick-ass tradition of the Friday 55 that was started by Galen, a most kick-ass human.
This is so evocative of ths season of change,of Earth putting herself to bed for the long winter, of the rightness and comfort of the natural order of the world. I especially like "when.. the work of/autumn/is complete.." Thanks so much for bringing this to the 55, Mary, and I hope you had a kickass Thanksgiving which will last all weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Hedgie. And thanks for hosting the 55!
DeleteYou have an attitude of gratitude. See? I always knew you had an attitude!
ReplyDeleteThis is as sweet and gentle as a book and fireplace. I love it.
Ha - attitude to spare! Thanks Shay.
DeleteOther Mary, not contrary ... very kick ass. Lovely poetry.
ReplyDeleteThanks Helen - you make me smile. :)
DeleteLove this! Cozy and curious at once.
ReplyDeleteThanks Chrissa!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful, rich with the season and gratitude.
ReplyDeleteThanks Susie!
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