AUTUMN CALLING

AUTUMN CALLING

The seasons now are changing

And autumn calls my name,

She wears her red gold gown

And I recall her fame.

I trace again in memory

The changing of the years

When summer turned to autumn

And left some cold and icy fears.

The leaves are changing on the trees

And my life is changing too

So many things are different ~

But I remember you.

I remember all the friendship

The love, the trust and care.

The dark and gloomy times for me

When always you were there.

I remember all the anxious times

When you helped me face my fears,

The days and nights you cared enough

To wipe away my tears.

The wind is cool and days grow short

An empty home where laughter dwelt

Quieter times and passing seasons

In a house where love was felt.

I’ve watched them grow and leave the nest

To fly and soar above,

I gave them roots to anchor them

But mostly I gave them love.

I gave them wings and see them flying

And living their lives well.

I hope they know how proud I am ~

I hope that they can tell.

So as Autumn calls my name once more

I cherish this special season

It brings a mellow wistfulness

It gives my heart a reason.

© Linda J. Vaughan

3rd. April 2006