AUTUMN LEAVES
TURN TO GOLD
. . . "black gold," that is.
The bounty of each autumn
happens when the colors fade,
and leaves return to the earth.
There's raking, of course,
but not in the woods . . .
as the leaves' sweet decay
turns into compost.
A gardener's best friend,
and insurance for next year's
healthy plants.
(It's a different kind of beauty,
come full circle.)






oh that first shot is glorious! thank you for your words on my blog, I really appreciate it
ReplyDeleteBuen trabajo, Rick.
ReplyDeleteMe encanta la primera imagen.
Un abrazo.
ReplyDeleteI collect leaves and grass for my own compost...
Your poem is nice and your photos are great.
· hugs
· CR · & · LMA ·
Lovely shots of nature's best.
ReplyDeleteNature's cycle at its very best!
ReplyDeletegorgeous!
Even if it is for work, enjoy your trip and bring back pictures! ;-)
Cheers Rick!
De l'or pour la terre et pour ceux qui la travaillent.
ReplyDeleteJolies photos, très symboliques.
Merci.
Amitiés.
Roger