Autumn leaves (re-posted for Marlyce and family. I love you all)

 A sweet smile and eyes that gleam with anticipation; almost a mischievous delight.
That's what Autumn leaves in your mind.
A pretty, baby-like face that reminds you of her sweet mother. Almost sisters, they appeared to be.
That's what Autumn leaves her mother to remember.
Some find her difficult to understand but you would never know the roads she has traveled nor the things she has experienced unless she trusted you enough to tell you.
When Autumn leaves she is sorting some things out.
"Wish she'd stay around the house more", (her mom would say), "because I love her company".
But so many people want her company, so Autumn leaves.
I got a phone call the other day. Autumn had left again; only this time she wasn't coming back home.
Sadness and memories and pain and a pool of tears.
That's what Autumn leaves.
A bright light in heaven and a new angel to adore. A trail of laughter and joy and love for her baby brother she can hold once again.
That's what Autumn leaves.

We will miss you, Autumn.
Dennis