Autumn Breath

"Autumn Breath" by Jason Limberg
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Autumn Breath

Autumn breath is forgiving,

doesn't force one to pick and choose

like summer heat or winter freeze

but lets one embellish

with silk or knitted scarf,

wrap up in woolen shawl

or don t-shirt with shorts or jeans.

Whispers tenderly, not quite lover,

perhaps more confidante;

listens as I divulge aspirations,

start thinking of a new year,

new beginnings.

A bit like the beavers 

who have fashioned snug shelters,

secured fortifying food,

pelts winter-ready.

A bit like Hunter's Moon

sliding into Full Frost,

soon to become Cold Moon

arcing high across the sky;

change and yet, familiar.

Like caribou who shed 

seasoned antlers

patiently awaiting new velvet,

I too anticipate a crowning;

not one seen, but one inspiring

gifting me with grace, with confidence,

in order to triumph and thrive.

All this in an Autumn Breath.

by Margaret Bednar, November 3, 2019

This is linked with "Imaginary Garden with Real Toads - Art Flash"

Also linked with "Poets United: Pantry of Poetry and Prose"