Gentle Autumn

[Julius]

Thank you all for your interest and your comments. There is much that you have provided that I shall bear in mind when I write my next poem. I think there is one thing that has not been recognised by some and that is the purpose of the poem. There are no  details that describe me or my wife, that is true, but that is because the poem is about human feelings. I would hope that anyone of advanced years who still has his partner of many years will see himself and his partner in my little vignette. For younger people, who have a loving relationship, I would hope they see an image of a possible future for themselves. Under the circumstances it would make no difference for you to know  whether my wife is fat or thin, tall or short, black or white. My (unstated) aim is to trigger your thoughts about you and your partner.
Anyway, as I said, there is much for me to think about so once again, thank you all.