circular and dependable.

A great Greek arch that could
never break; it is a wonder
that the leaves turn from
green to brown and fall.
But ut is frightful that
today's leaves will fall in
just a year.  And again.

Stop.
Do not send your fear-stricken,
trembling hand, to pick the
ripe apple.  It will fall of
itself, and if by then it is
rotten, remember:

It will be well again in a year.
And again.  Don't worry and please
do not disturb yourself just because
it is