I am perplexed by
The season of this morning
Cloaked in Autumn’s robes
I am kissed by Summer’s crown
But encased by Winter’s howl.

Sand between my toes
The sound of surf and seagulls
Sunscreen and wood smoke
A taste of salt in the air
Such sensory ocean sights.

Approaching our gate
Surcoat lined in silver swirls
This dark traveler,
A stranger to Summer Courts
With arms open, welcome him!

How about poppies
pleasing yellow-orange Flowers
rare in downtown, aye
yet moving your feelings right
i envy no daisy sway.

The wall loomed ahead
Ever intimidating
The wall stepped closer
I stood frozen and in awe
A wall made of water drops.

Can you imagine?
Longer days in the sunlight
Tall golden grasses
Humbled by a cloudless sky
A paradise lost to drought

Could this be the one?
The stone was cold to the touch,
Its edges rounded,
A solid teardrop in grey,
Perfect for the future flight.

The dive is graceful
Both swift and purpose driven
Toward the mirror lake
If only I had those wings
I could catch my reflection.