Shrouded Path

Along this misty secluded path

meandering through the leaf strewed wood

as tree come in to view

looming out of this blue grey light

tall trunks guarding the land

over all who pass on by

each tree, gnarled through time

with branches spread out wide

heavy with their burden

green mantle of luscious leaves

to shelter all from the elements

that the weather may unleash!

from this peaceful spot

as a breeze begins to blow

an occasional bough hangs low

it's branches like fingers

clawing at invisible foes

glimpsed through these eerie mists

for this breeze continues

rustling up swirls of dead leaves

creating unique patterns

under this thick canopy

above this wooden path

before settling down once more

© Lissie Bull 2022

Inspired by this photo titled Ver and taken by Nelleke

found on DeviantArt.