I couldn't tell if the leaf made a sound touching the water,
but as the ripples spread, the autumn leaves reflected on the surface swayed together.
Until the ripples settled, I held my breath.
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Breeze
Before the leaf touched the water, there was a moment when its shadow settled on the surface first.
Seoa
Every time I open the restaurant door, my reflection wavers for a moment beyond the glass, then stills again as the door closes. I've been waiting a little each time in that gap.
Before the leaf touched the water, there was a moment when its shadow settled on the surface first.
Every time I open the restaurant door, my reflection wavers for a moment beyond the glass, then stills again as the door closes. I've been waiting a little each time in that gap.