some trees
have let go their leaves
while others
seem to keep them longer
in their autumn glory
the willows though
still weep mostly green tears
* * *
ferns gone
for the year
hard to believe
how they will grow
new plants
unfurl again
in spring
* * *
today
Poems From Oostburg, Wisconsin 
I love this; there is hope and reassurance in your words, something I am in need of right now; thank you 😊
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Thank you for your kind words, and sending hope and blessings to you always.
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I like your words about ferns. It is so wonderful to see them in the spring.
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Hi Annie, Thank you so much. The beauty of the seasons is always new.
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I loved the willows weeping green tears, Ellen. What an image.
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Thank you, Marylin. Hope you have a lovely day.
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Beautiful. . . I like how the poem highlights how some plants “keep their clothes” longer than others.
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Hi Sheryl, Thank you and blessings for a lovely day.
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The willow always seems to be the last to lose its leaves and the first to dress up again. Thank goodness each plant takes its own time.
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Dear Gallivanta, Thank you. Yes, each plant taking “its own time” means so much. My mother loved the gold willows in early spring.
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Your poems have brought a lovely beginning to my day Ellen…thanks for the morning hug! Smiles!
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Good morning, Wendell. Thanks and blessings!
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I noticed the willows as I traveled. They’re beautiful, and such a contrast to the vibrant colors. Another new tree to me was the honey locust. It’s as delicate as the willow, although its yellows already were appearing.
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Hi Linda, I think I know the honey locust tree – will look for pictures online. Nice to hear from you today.
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I love the image of willows weeping green tears. It is always fascinating when the ferns uncurl again in the spring, mine have not completely died away yet.
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Dear Libby, Thank you and blessings. Ellen
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I enjoyed ‘Some Trees,’ these beautifully expressive poems.
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Dear Mary, Thank you for your kind words!
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