Reflections in the water like shadows in my mind Speak to me of passing days and nights and passing time The falling leaves are whispering, 'Winter's on it's way' I close my eyes, remembering the warmth of yesterday It seems a shame to see September swallowed by the wind And more than that, it's, oh, so sad to see the summer end And though the changing colors are a lovely thing to see If it were mine to make the change, I think I'd let it be But I don't remember hearing anybody asking me