August 15, a wistful sort of time
when summer runs too quickly
to its end. The leaves
begin to sense they have less daily light
and blooms put forth their
extra showy petals to impress
the passersby. A time
to treasure each free day until
the start of something new
or end of some lovely
holiday spent away. It savors
new beginnings and drinks the last drop
of honeyed summertime.