Falls Ochre Tones Poem by Theodora (Theo) Onken

Feeling so alive in it's ochre tones...
These Earthen tints mesmerize my eyes
Sienna and umber flashes garner my stares
What wonderous hues 'neath the November skies! ;

Embellished lavishly by the crisp leaves
That blow seemlessly through the chilly air
While gourds of different shapes and sizes dazzle
Reminding us of Thanksgiving's delicious dinner fare! :

Feeling so alive in it's ochre tones...
While building a bonfire - to warm our feet and hands
The leaves crackle & spark - so perfectly- -
Exhilerating are moments spent upon this glorious Earthen land! ;

Embellishments will come and they will go...
As Father Winter 'tis indeed, nigh- -
These colours will disappear with the first frost or snow...
While the firmaments hues change to murky grey skies! :


By, Theodora Onken

November 6,2016