Everyone knows that Fall is my favorite season.

Two trees near our house.

Leaves of red and leaves of gold,

Colors of Fall as we see nature unfold.

The raking of paths and making of forts.

Young kids as we were, we rarely played sports.

My days long ago you helped me shape and mold.

I cling to the memories that my heart doth behold.

Written December 1997

Melanie Franklin