As the leaves start to fall
and the summer nears its end,
memories of the past,
and dreams of the future,
become strangely intertwined.

Life and thoughts seem to slow
to a state of suspense,
waiting for a shaft of light
to reawaken and invigorate all that was,
and can be again.

The clearing mist, a sunlit path,
a lightened step and a partner
giving companionship and love.
A road leading out of autumn
into winter.

To reach journey’s end,
shutting out the cold and wind
of past disappointments.
Safe in the warmth and security
of each other,
nurtured by our shared strengths, hopes
and memories.