Positively Autumn

Summer was but an opening act
for this Autumn season peaking.
Curtain risen, it’s here to behold -
turn off that TV, go seeking!

Outside you’ll find nature’s spectacle,
vivid backdrops mysterious;
magenta, scarlet, pumpkin and gold -
artists palettes delirious.

A warm breeze no longer sweltering
tickles cheeks and ruffles your hair
like a long-lost lover just returned
brings welcomed past pleasures to share.

Faint cheers from a distant football field
stir tastes of hot dogs and cocoa.
Delighted shouts from neighborhood kids
echo jumps in raked leaves, loco.

Smoke drifting from impatient chimneys
mingled with spiced apples baking
carries the scents of dewy-eyed times;
tingles of innocence aching.

Snuggles at sunset on worn porch swings
are hugs brought by cooling twilights.
Cricket choirs lament Summer’s passing
like symphonied, soft lullabies.

Appreciate, savor these moments;
this gift of Autumn times pleasant.
Rustling leaves just whispered your name -
Go outside, open your present!

 Tomi Fratto September 2008

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