An Autumn day has its serenity intact. The leaves, crisp and light, fall on the earth. I see a fence - long and sturdy. I wonder, what does it guard? For there is grass on both sides… Does it signify the two sides of a coin? Or does it act like a barrier? Yet, I believe, it beckons us upon it, And asks us to look beyond… And now, I see a bench – empty for quite some time. Many use it now and then. But who is it really waiting for? Does it have a place for me? Yes, it does. But does it want me? I don’t know! However, I make myself comfortable on it. Pleasant music sails in the air. Footsteps are heard. A figure appears across the sky - growing larger. My face lights up as soon as I recognize it. My friend takes a place beside me. A burst of laughter follows… The picture is now complete! -Ayesha ...