AUTUMN'S APPEAL

Swirling leaves of gold and crimson

Drifting on a chilly wind

Slowly settle in the meadow,

Heralding the summer's end.

Sunlight fades a little faster

With the passing of each day,

Crops wait ready to be gathered-

Nature's bounty on display.

Evening's song grows ever softer

As birds start their southern flight,

While the first fire in the fireplace

Warms a cold and frosty night>

Autumn days bring sweet contentment,

Time to slow life's hectic pace;

Time to linger in the beauty

Of fall's majesty and grace.