Rain Drops and Maple Leaves | Washington Photographer

Rain drops fall lightly in the autumn breeze.

Blazing maple leaves sway to and fro. 

I watch a yellow leaf catch itself in the wind, 

Gingerly it falls to the earth,

Tossing and turning, it gently fades to below.

Drip, drip, drip,

Reminding me of all I love and those I dearly miss.

Evergreens grip droplets in delight,

Sagging under their new found weight.

Far off a blue jay sings a beautiful tune,

Creating a harmony in the symphony of autumns splendor. 

Among these yellows, reds, and greens,

Is a calmness that only autumn can bring.

The smell of wood burning makes its way to my nose;

I inhale its sweet smoky goodness and smile.

I watch as gray smoke slithers up from rooftops around,

Beckoning and calling the holidays close.

Pumpkins flicker in autumns crisp air,

With friendly grins and warm orange glows. 

Enzo in my arms asleep, 

Dreaming sweet baby dreams.

Thankful, I sit in awe of the scene,

Praising His name for moments like these.