Maple leaves falling,
floating, dancing to the ground
my heart flutters, awed!

(photo by Carla Romarate-Knipel, 10.27.25)
Maple leaves falling,
floating, dancing to the ground
my heart flutters, awed!

By Carla Romarate-Knipel
Fiery tree ablaze –
red-orange leaves entrancing
my sorrowful eyes…

walking away, sad –
looking up the clear blue skies
longing to see you…
this beautiful day –
reaching out to embrace me
as I sit alone.
you are in the warmth
of the sun, shining brightly
on my tear-stained cheeks.
the cool, gentle breeze
touches my face, dries sadness –
leaving only love.