Welcoming the Evening

The spirited breeze captivates the leaves

Skillfully maneuvering through the branches

Blank leaves are amused and display immense happiness

Retreating light of the day extend the arm for a warm embrace

Before twilight comes in to change the mood of the land

Soft veins of the leaves patterned with the knowledge of life

Nature’s secrets written in an encrypted language 

There may be given directions of the Elysian fields 

Many traveler’s dream, to retire there at night to listen to the lyre

Divine music to regale the weary traveler 

The breeze has enticed the imagination to wander and explore

Ripples of light across the firmament sets the mood for the evening

As the leaves sway and dance to the divine tune

To welcome the silent retreat for the wanderlust heart can dream©