Watching golden rays
of light
melt their way into
the horizon,
their blinding hues
warming all of this
Beloved Earth –
Feeling a cool breeze
caress my cheek
as it whispers across
the sky,
rustling the few
remaining leaves –
Playful blades of grass
tickling my toes,
their vibrant green
refusing to fade despite
the November chill –
The steadiness of
my breath
as I drink in the
beauty of my
surroundings –
These are the things
that I am thankful for.