Ode
The Language of Falling Leaves
🍂 Introduction: When Nature Teaches Us to Begin Again Every season carries its own poetry, but autumn speaks in a language unlike any other. The falling leaves are not just signs of endings—they are whispers of renewal, reminders that change, though sometimes painful, is necessary for growth.
By Nadeem Shah about a year ago in Poets
The Alchemy of Quiet Mornings
The chime sings soft, the night takes flight, Moonbeams fade as dawn grows bright. Coffee warms my sleepy hands, While gold unfolds on silent lands. 'Ting… Ting… Ting… A gentle musical chime coaxed me out of the dream world and into reality. A gust of wind hit my face, sending my bangs whipping. Fluttering my eyes open, I brushed back my hair and sat up. Moonlight filled my room. I rose and walked to the open window, where the curtains fluttered softly. Peering outside, I saw quiet streets beneath a sky still holding the moon, its glow mingling with the shimmer of countless stars. After freshening up, I headed to the kitchen. Flicking on the corner light, I gathered the ingredients. Coarsely grinding pistachios, I then turned to the coffee beans. Finally, after discarding the filter paper, I combined the coffee with cinnamon, a touch of vanilla, and a splash of milk—bringing it all together. The wait was worth every second—and just in time, too. The sun was just beginning to rise. Turning toward the window, I savored the sunrise while taking slow sips of my aromatic coffee. That first sip? Pure happiness. A slight chill crept in, so I grabbed a shawl and wrapped it around myself. Blissfully sipping my coffee, I watched as the sky transformed with shifting colors. Have you ever had an experience like this?
By Staringaleabout a year ago in Poets
Fish's on the Menu
Fiiiine days at the end of a long... week. Bones a little more fried. Bread, please. Batter at plates, crispy handed swings... the tartar sauce passes, smiles, the in-betweens. What's missing is the smell of the ocean. Thank you... Thank you... Thank you... Thank you for reading! Which part of the poem resonates with you? Share your thoughts. Please leave a comment. Copyright 2025 K.A. Smith
By K.A. Smithabout a year ago in Poets
