Falling leaf

I held as the wind howled 
as my stem threatened to break
as other leaves let go

their color drained
from green to orange
to nothing

by night I could stay no more
I could not hold on to my tree
so I let go
 
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slothinator

VT

13 years old

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  • Poetry

    By slothinator

    I LOVE YOU

    In all your sadness and glory, wins and losses

    Let me be there

    Own the fact I will be here forever

    Very much attached to your side

    Even when you wish me gone

    Your light will always guide my ship

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  • Fiction

    By slothinator

    Dance of the Polar Bear

         Late at night, my igloo is cozy and warm, unlike the Artic outside. Grandmum tucks me into bed, but doesn't leave just yet. She takes a seat on the edge of my bed, and prepares her story telling voice. 

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