Autumn Afternoon

The sky is blue, the river’s gray

And autumn leaves are on display.

The buildings ‘cross the river hide

Whatever’s going on inside.

 

The flags all flutter, strung up high

And bicycles go rolling by.

The dogs, on leashes, bark or yip,

Their owners tightening their grip.

 

A mighty tugboat pulls a barge;

A nanny strolls by with her charge.

The joggers, dressed for summer, pass

As couples sprawl out on the grass.

 

A lovely autumn afternoon –

This weather will be gone real soon,

So I’ll enjoy it while I can,

For who knows Mother Nature’s plan?