Turning Leaves, Turning Inward

By Edie Sidle
The Portland Upside
November 2009

Photo by Julie Kelly

And so the leaves turn yellow—Fall is here.
The crisp night air refreshes and renews.
It is time for quiet introspection, listening to the quiet within.

The warmth of wool and fleece pulled from the back of the closet comforts us.
Putting away the picnic basket and the beach hat, we embrace the new season.
Fall is here… we are finished with our play… we are finished with our raucous laughter, we are finished with the carefree days.
It is time for wisdom, it is time for stories, hot cider and warm friendship. It is time for Fall.


For years, Edie has been involved in “business writing” but more recently has been exploring creative writing, even trying her hand at poetry. She may be reached at edeegee@yahoo.com