September Roses

September Roses

I am startled,

taken by surprise

when in late September

I see two roses open.

I can't believe my eyes.

I had no idea

they were in season 

when the air 

begins to cool,

when tree leaves

start to match

the color of

their blooms.

I may pass them by

when they are out

earlier in the year,

but in the fall, I'll linger

anytime a rose appears.

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