Indian Summer (The Season of Wispy Clouds)

Each year there are a few quiet weeks
where Summer and Fall share the day
in sibling rivalry until Summer concedes to let go

where Fall brings a crisp edge
to the morning and evening air
to ease us gently into what lie ahead

but Summer still rules the day with boastful pride
sending us searching for shade on our lunch hour
just to remind us who has been running things

and the Sun looks on, smiling
at this game of tug-of-war
and offers them a special light

and together they join hands each night
and make the wind sit down and watch
as they command wispy clouds to hang still
for their majestic sunset canvas

Ken Owen   Van Niddy Press   September 26, 2015