A Country Autumn
Across earth’s canvas an unseen hand repaints the realm of trees and land
The summer green of emerald hue is now a more eclectic view
Patchworks of scarlet, bronze and gold, the vivid colors now unfold
With autumn’s breath, leaves descend, signaling the summer’s end
Quilting a shawl upon the earth, preparing for spring’s rebirth
A chevron of geese with feral cry, soar southerly across the sky
Squirrels scamper sprightly through the grass gathering their winter cache
Persimmons’ pucker is replaced as frost gives them a sweeter taste
Pumpkins, gourds and bittersweet now decorate our fall retreat
With harvest done at end of day a grateful farmer stops to pray
Autumn comes at God’s behest and we on earth are richly blessed
Sue Ikerd
October 22, 2005
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