shadows of leaves
dance on the snow
wise is the oak
Anew, Again
the new season
asks me to see
everything anew again
Brilliance
all the splendor of the season
contained in a single leaf
Ordinary Splendor
In the heart of autumn
the mighty oak, humble and true,
presents the rich variety of shades of brown.
Treasure
All sorts and conditions
of acorns
constitute the chipmunks hoard.
Carpet
The forest’s berber
is a durable oak.
Railroad Tie
Steel and oak.
Strength at rest.
Endurance is often silent.
Stump
a mountain with moss trees for insects to scale.