Devoid

Down where the creamy Magnolia blossoms are opened exposed to drizzle and cool damp air Down where the spider's wide web woven between the Inkberry Holly and veranda 'Tis dotted With dewdrops~ tiny diamonds waiting on the sun to glisten Down where The rain runs like a river flowing in the yard Down to the storm drain on to the creek Through corrugated culverts which are filled with water that slowly drains away Like the heart devoid of all emotion, energy, and enthusiasm A Heart Which has poured out energy until the life force has drained away There's a strong breeze which has given Vultures a way to soar..... Circling~~ Their flight of ease catching currents Search Until they see food Hunger driven Hunger Drives one whose heart is drained needing to be filled But with What? Sponsor: John Lawless Contest: One-hundred and thirty-six words I checked in several checkers and counted them myself several times.