Approaching Winter

The night was darkened coldly 

The moon shone from the corner 

With a star, if left alone

Which shined brightly 

The night was aloof 

If wandered crudely 

Hearty the lane felt 

As the yellow petals fell like dew 

Or the drops which rained 

Or like the sunshine when it endured 

It wasn't yet too cold 

But the breeze was crispy 

But not enough to be frozen 

But sufficient to make you feel winter is approaching 

The flowers which comprehended 

Into the winter tide swiftly progressed 

There might not snow here 

But enough to stop dead all activities 

Alas, the morning dews  

Completely round off the winter vibes...