Fall Reflections

The fresh, crisp air, and the deep clear sky

Not a star to be missed, as the leaves fall to the ground

And the trees sway in the gentle wind

I know that I’ve seen this before

So fall is here, once again I see

And whatever became of the lonely summer?

Those nights of solitude, alone with my mind

When all I needed was a friend?

And within my mind, I still face my battles

That no one will see, but me

And within my heart, I still face loss

That no one will know, but me

And as a child, playing in the leaves

I never knew it would be

So strange, yet clear, so far away

In this life that I now lead

So I walk the part, and know my lines

Clever, almost perfectly

And I move along, seeking knowledge so divine

Something to set me free

And of it all, I’m sure you know, I did it all for you

My first true love, I’ll never forget

Grandma, I love you

So when the lonely day does come, and things aren’t quiet the same

I’ll remember your smile, and your caring heart

And alone, I’ll walk that mile

-jl

(For Granny)