3 Poems for Autumn
This month I thought I would share some of the results of the mini poetry challenge I did earlier this month. I found a prompt list on Pinterest and I’ll share the prompts and what I wrote. I chose three poems that happened to relate to autumn since I figured it would be a nice seasonal touch! 1. flute of autumn longing What is it about the cold crisp mornings That makes me melancholic The quick collapse Feels like whiplash And I yearn for summer's sweet tonic That ache doesn't really stop As the days get shorter and the leaves burn in bright salute I slowly change my pace And make the most of the days Sipping instead from autumn's longing flute 2. violin of melancholy Something about autumn makes poets sing Maybe it’s the temporary brilliance of leaves burning bright Maybe it’s the early darkness and losing sight As the chill sets in And the lights dim The crescendo builds up this folly And perhaps they hear the violins of melancholy 3. rattle ...