Dropped

a lush green lawn with a tree and its yellow leaves strewn fallen and strewn across the lawn

Cast away unloved
a child’s toy loses its sheen—
autumn leaves let go.

Logic

close up photo of an old tree's bark with the university of SA building in the background

We like vintage things
because we can cut them down
and build newer things

Discovery

closeup photo of a rose, stuck to an intersection of brick and concrete walls

Finds uncanny home
a rose nestled between bricks
concrete has wet spots

Marked

a hard-skinned fruit, crinkled in the sun

Leaves its mark on you,
true exposure therapy—
just being outdoors.

Big break

close up photo of white aralia flowers on a tree

Plants in a dry state,
grateful for a drought relief—
a nation in debt.