I wear a proud green coat.
A sudden morning frost renders it bright red, yellow, and orange in a sprinkle of
patterns.
This makes me feel very special, different from all the others.
A sudden gust of wind tears me from my mother tree.
I am orphan;
gently held on a breath, gliding, dancing, and spinning.
Free at last!
dizzy!
descending.
I touch the earth;
she gladly greets me,
gathering her children around her.
“Now dear ones, you have a new task ahead. “
I lay still on the ground listening for her instructions,
My colors begin to fade into the ground
I am Earth. Brown coat.
protecting new life
till warmth returns.