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The Autumn Leaf

October 6, 2009
By itzbeavs BRONZE, Culver, Indiana
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The serenity of the autumn leaf,
it falls to the ground gently after its short but simple life.
I step on it as i pass not knowing my sin.
As it crumbles at my foot I hear the crunch and I look to my feet.
But there was no crying or blood
no fear or hatred for what I'd done
only a small break in the leaf
that resembled a smile

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calephchad BRONZE said...
on Feb. 26 2010 at 5:53 pm
calephchad BRONZE, Guin, Alabama
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I love this and how it's about autumn! Keep it up! 5 out of 5 most definitely! If you would like, come check my work and give me some feedback. I would highly appreciate it! Thanks and thanks again for this amazing poem!