Autumn
Children laughing and jumping in leaves
Wind howling through the trees
Moon casting shadows on the ground
Jack-a-lanterns carved with ominous frowns
Owls screeching in the dark
Lovers strolling through the park
Scarves and mittens and rosy cheeks
Running and giggling and hide n’ seek
Cookies and milk and off to bed
A story told and a kiss on the head
These warm fuzzy feelings of comfort and cheer
Are the wondrous signs that Autumn is here
Sandi Staton
