Brightened

A glimpse of the
setting sun
brightened
the end of
an ordinary day.

A world set aflame
is briefly
enlightened
as nature
holds sway.

An autumnal chill
creeps gently,
revealing
the clearest
of skies.

As night hesitates
and tentatively
conceals
the stars
in her eyes.

Photo by Trudi Nicola, York 08/11/25