With shuddering of shuttle,

the warp meets the weft – Autumn’s

art in sunset tapestry.

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Rhythmic cycle weaves copper

to crimson, scarlet to gold,

pattern passed down from ancient

.

hands. Loose threads are expertly

battened, strung between starry-

crisp nights and harvest-filled days

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building texture as leaves (and

cloth) are shed, Autumn’s nimble

fingers flying to keep up.