By Now the Leaves are Falling
As I sit here alone
The cherry blossoms
Are falling
Like wishes
I watch the gathering shadows
Changing in the light
A gentle breeze
Dances by like dreams
Causing petals to scatter
I think suddenly
Of home
Where by now
The leaves are falling
And the mist of autumn
Will be spreading its’ colours
Over all
These memories never fade
And in the moment
It’s like catching sight
Of heaven’s light
While my journey
Unfolds further
Every day
Ann Bagnall 2014.