“Late Summer Evening”

Rain showers sprinkle

my bare skin,

while the trees sway

from side to side,

like my thoughts,

drifting as the wind blows.

Stress fills the vacant

spots in my mind–

adding pressure,

where it’s not needed

And yet, the breeze

serves as my therapy

on this chilly evening–

where the promise of Fall

lingers in the air.

– M. Canela 9.10.18