Autumn shadows are a welcomed refuge, early in season
But come late October shadows are avoided, and for good reasons
Cold winter days creep, making shadows much more chilling
Darkness falls earlier and shadows give in to white nights, unwilling
Eventually the bright white fades to dull grays and shadows freely rule
Fear not, the shadows reign is temporary, though at times they can be cruel
Gearing up for spring can be a battle, when shadows fight for life
Hope, like the sun, rises with every petals bloom, shadows become contrite
Irises, daffodils, tulips revel in the shadows of summer guarding against wilt
Jasmine and roses thrive in or out, shadows are without guilt
Kites fly high with color, casting funny shadows on the ground
Laughter from children fills the air when’s silly shadows bounce up and down
Matched are July afternoon shadows, with lovers for perfect picnics
Night hides the shadows, time to light the candles wick
Overexagerated shadows are cast, for dancing flames
Perfect waltzing shadows projecting playful games
Quickly befalls to the sandman, who the shadow will always obey
Running from your shadow is always a good time to play
Sleeping and dreaming or not, fun shadow play is fine, and too be honest, it’s about time
Time teases a shadow, for it’s a temporary thing
Unlike the Robin’s shadow, time flies with out wings
Vivid memories of summers welcomed shadows, once again falls to autumn
Winter will grant shadow filled skies, with leaves left at the bottom
Xanthein is no where to befound as cold winter shadows prevent color
Yellow, a color favorited among me, shadows not so much bother
Zero shadows on the brightest or dullest days, have no reason to begrudge
This is my first abecedarian shadow poem, so please be kind when it’s time to judge.
Shell de Toni 