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A Test from Nature

A Test from Nature Months passed since the last rains came, The land was parched, with plants, birds and animals dying from thirst, Some creatures were braying, chirping, crying, and praying, all helplessly shouting rain, rain, rain as they invoked God's name. Overhead, the dark clouds, heavy with rain, drifted away and never did burst. Everyone was disappointed, but many continued praying, while some asked, Will the clouds come again? In their plight of thirst, all living things are the same. Each player is playing a survival game. A few shouted they were going insane and wished a miracle would bring some rain. People were puzzled and asked why the dark clouds left, but no one could explain. People made promises to change attitudes and behaviour and never to complain. They believed only the Creator of the Universe could ease their suffering and pain They believed only the Creator could open the skies and let it pour precious rain. Reality is beautiful at its best. Reality is stern when it gives a test. Reality is joy, laughter, sorrow and pain. Reality keeps us entertained. by Zyrool

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Date: 4/16/2024 6:53:00 PM
This is a lovely poem. I appreciate its message.
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Zyrool Gifford
Date: 4/16/2024 11:31:00 PM
Glad you like it Thank you so much, my friend. Have a wonderful day.
Date: 4/15/2024 5:10:00 PM
such profound and wise words within your poem, especially in the last four lines. Nicely penned. Enjoy your evening, Sara
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Zyrool Gifford
Date: 4/15/2024 11:38:00 PM
Thank you for your beautiful words Sara, they truly mean a lot to me. Sending Blessings your way my friend. Enjoy your day. Zyrool
Date: 4/15/2024 5:47:00 AM
Your last lines, 'Reality is joy, laughter, sorrow and pain. Reality keeps us entertained.' says it all. Well penned, Zyrool. Have a blessed day, my friend.
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Zyrool Gifford
Date: 4/15/2024 10:06:00 AM
Thanks for the read, my friend. It was a time I lived through. Have a wonderful day and fabulous week ahead.

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