September

Many shades of summer still
just hints of winters chill.
A time when country lore
predicts the weather in store.

Claiming wild life foretells clues
exploring several avenues.
If acorns fall before Septembers whole
winter pierces body and soul.

Ants build their nests high rise
from this we can surmise.
Winter will be long, severe
a lengthy wait for springs good cheer.

Not to be taken seriously
best adjudged superstitiously.
These ancient tales of great contrast
reflecting conditions past.

You may hear a cracking sound
as rending timber crashes down.
Beaches,elms,oaks shed first
the fall because of thirst.

For many biennials it's dying time
it ends their two year prime.
The honeysuckle may flower through
though mild frosts could ensue.

With most plants on the wane
the ivy takes the rein.
Bursting confidently into flower
becoming natures superpower.

Every insect left alive
form a teeming hive.
Ivy nectar attracts them all
hosting a veracious ball.

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