Autumn

The tree slowly loses
its fragile
flame-colored leaves
red, orange and yellow
mingle with the sunset
lights.
Cool breeze and
thick fog,
delicate and moist
the morning dew,
woods offer
delicious fruits
mushrooms, chestnuts
and enchanting quietness.

A fine rain is falling
and the lead-gray sky
covers with his mantle
the sleepy small village,
a family is gathered
under the light of a lamp
and cheerful laughs and dreams
around the fireplace.



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Maria Gioia Benacquista