Seasons Change

A few weeks ago I left my office and as I walked outside I was greeted with a strong cool breeze. I couldn't help but notice that something new was in the air. Fall had arrived.

I looked at the trees in the parking lot and was surprised to see that many of the leaves were starting to show signs of change in color. I had not even noticed. Life's cares had totally consumed me to the point I was not aware that change was occurring all around me.

The strong breeze felt so good on my face. I just stood there alowing the wind to soothe me and I closed my eyes to take in the moment to it's fullest.

I began to think of friends I had not thought of for so long. My mind drifted to my hometown and a flood of memories filled my mind. I could hear their voices and I could see smiles upon their faces.

As I looked upon the faces of those I had not seen for so many years, I began to think of a lover I had lost so many years ago. I tried to focus in harder to a time and place when we shared beautiful days filled with laughter and so much joy.

So much came to me in such a short time. Those few moments standing in the parking lot were a wonderful gift to me and reminded me that I needed to slow down and enjoy people and events all around me.

I hope you will enjoy the following poem...The title is Seasons Change

The autumn winds begin to blow

I pause to take it in

The trees arrayed in colors new

The change it now begins

The winter season soon will come

Our summer ran away

I know the leaves will soon be gone

The message now conveyed

Why do the season’s change renew

Sweet memories… long ago?

Of simple times and good ole friends

And of a love I lost

I close my eyes and face the wind

My thoughts they now run free

I quickly find myself with you

My dearest love, it's me!

Today I’ll choose to ride the wind

Again I’m there with you

We’ll dance and sing and laugh out loud

Beneath the sky so blue

© Jon Arno