Words + Images

When I first saw the leaf in the landlord’s garden, I thought that it was fake.  Such vibrant colors in a single leaf nestled in the dying grass of a fading garden.  Especially when I noticed the hole at the top.

I just knew it had to be a store bought item — like a nature-inspired gift tag — dropped by the landlord or perhaps blown in by the autumn winds.

But then I picked it up.  Wow!