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after the storm abates

after the storm the sky sighs
relieved the rage has expired
with a rolling fade rumble
all is quelled to quietude

after rain a damp dank shroud
covers the earth utterly
enveloping everything
in slimy glint of wetness

after the lightning is sheathed
the earth is spared more sharp stabs
and brutal bang afterthoughts
in rolling peals of thunder

then the dark clouds sneak away
ashamed for temper tantrums
that spoiled what otherwise was
a perfect hot summer's day
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La France Avatar
November 13, 2024 at 11:57 AM
John, congrats on your win in my contest, like your poem, well done, blessings Constance
Anderson Avatar
November 13, 2024 at 1:52 PM
Thanks very much.Cheers
Kendrick Avatar
October 13, 2024 at 5:39 AM
Congratulations on your creative winning work. Way to go. Jueju is not an easy form but yours is seamless. Like the temper tantrum part. Thanks for sharing your talent. Sara K
Anderson Avatar
October 13, 2024 at 8:57 AM
Thanks very much for your kind words. Cheers and Best Wishes
mysore Avatar
October 11, 2024 at 10:26 PM
Interesting thoughts. Congratulations on your win dear poet.
Rodrigues Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 7:35 AM
Love this! Great metaphors and personification!
Anderson Avatar
September 27, 2024 at 9:34 AM
Thanks very much for your kind words. Cheers and Best Wsihes
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