Autumn Ablaze

A Poem by Michelle Gent

About fall

Autumn Ablaze-

Autumn leaves descend from trees
Scattering like stuffed down-feathers
escaping from punctured pillows
Billowing gracefully earthbound
Creating a cozy comforter to nest upon

Leaves vibrant and soothing
hues of amber and terracotta
Spiraling daydreams descend expelling
Like a lung exhaling
Discontentment no longer present
Only an enchanted forest remains

Campgrounds wait apprehensively
For picnic basket wielding campers
with skewers in their hands
Animated postures and vociferous explosions

Until brisk autumn air and campfire tames wild beasts
Becoming relaxed newly born lambs savoring S'mores
Telling campfire tales beneath the stars
In fuzzy sweaters and under patchwork blankets

Autumns ablaze with so many colors, textures and emotions