October

Leaves crunch underfoot

Stop and look up at the trees.

Magic happens now

Night sighs, soft yawns, eyes peeking open with flecks of red and gold

These whispers of ancients teach us new songs.

Now the veil thins, and none are really gone

With reverence

we gather in the holy gloom.

And worship the chill of fleeting beauty.

@Copyright 2020 Miranda Maples