When Autumn Dreams Fulfill

When Autumn Dreams Fulfill

 

Trees lightly swaying

In a gentle breeze,

The sun peeking through

Turning leaves.

 

The air, fresh and cool,

Reminds me of days now long ago.

When I’d sit outside

Amongst my thoughts.

 

I’d ponder where life would take me.

Would I be where I’d want to go?

Or would I be thrown somewhere without choice?

In thinking, my salty tears would flow.

 

I hoped my future would be bright,

Daring to dream.

I longed for something more,

To be seen… as me.

 

Today, my husband indulged me

And came with me outside.

For him to come out is always a big deal,

As it isn’t his favorite thing to comply.

 

However, Autumn is when I have the better time

In getting him to come out with me,

As it’s neither too hot, nor too cold.

I like to think it makes his soul happy.

 

Yes, a lot has changed since the days

When I used to sit and wonder where I’d end up.

I have no doubt, God has my life all planned out,

He continuously fills my cup.

 

And on days when I’m outside,

I think of my blessings, too many to count.

Then, I go inside to be with my biggest of all--

The man I married, whom I love inside out.

 

Melinda McQueen Rodgers

September 25, 2021

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

I am so happy for you dear Melinda.
"And on days when I’m outside,
I think of my blessings, too many to count.
Then, I go inside to be with my biggest of all--
The man I married, whom I love inside out."
I adored the above lines and thank you dear friend for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Melinda McQueen]

Thanks for reading my poem. Much appreciated.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Melinda.

[barleygirl]

What makes this poem more intriguing to me than many of your others . . . here, you are being vulnerable & transparent in ways you usually are not, in your poetry. Readers feel more connected when reading a poem that's full of self-honesty, like this one (((HUGS)))

[Melinda McQueen]

Thanks for taking the time to review my poem. It is appreciated.