The Joys of Fall

Leaves of red on the sidewalk,

A growing chill in the air,

Pumpkins smiling on porches,

Caramel apples at the fair.

Gathering close 'round a bonfire,

Roasting marshmallows on sticks,

Pulling on jackets and jeans,

Game winning field-goal kicks.

Tales of ghosts and wild costumes,

Gorging on Halloween candy,

Piling a feast on the table,

Giving thanks with the family.

Fall is a season of changing,

Of leaves, of air, of light,

Into a winter of resting,

Till buds spring into sight.