Wind that covers skin like a thin layer of frost

Seeking out the kiss of the sun

So wonderful and warm

Breathing in air that catches at the back of the throat

Chilled and cool as the breath escapes

Exhaled hot evaporating into the clouds

Apricity

Such a word that creates

A tingling upon the tongue

With how the sounds click

From the teeth to tongue

Apricity

Such a feeling that expresses

Joy of the autumn sun across my face

Yet laments the sorrow of knowing

Summer has ended

And the light grows shorter

Each passing day