Falling Upward

I watch the rain flow backwards,
back up into the sky.
I was soaking wet 
and now I am dry
All the moisture is gone, 
sucked up from the ground.
Reversing rain, 
it makes no sound.

The flowers cry,
tears joining the rain
As the moisture is lost, 
do the flowers feel pain?
Their colors exhaled,
only dust remains.

The trees look angry,
gnarled  branches are bare.
Colorful foliage no longer there
Leaves like breath,
have blown away.
The birds have left,
no reason to stay.

The world we know, 
reaches it's end.
Back to the sky, 
life's blood ascends!
With each droplet, 
we make amends.
Back to dust, 
we do descend

Our crimes are many,
the earth cries out for blood.
We become part of, 
a different kind of flood.
Now rejoined to the earth, 
us foolish men of mud.

Questions answered, 
as we rise from the dead.
The Earth is restored, 
by rivers of red.
Fountain of life, 
no more need for rain.
True Joy makes way,
ending human pain
Blessed are the forgiven, 
God mercifully reigns!

Waking in a garden,
within a city of light.
We are clothed in garments,
of brilliant white.
Sins now forgotten,
like dust blown away.
Night and darkness, 
replaced by this new day
Gifted new bodies, 
we're no longer just clay.
God's promises are kept
He has the final say!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Delaney Avatar
May 29, 2014 at 12:50 PM
Rick: What a spectrum from the great title to the epic sweep and conclusion. Truly an inspired piece. Thanks for never disappointing me. Hugs, SuZ
Lamoureux Avatar
May 29, 2014 at 3:32 PM
You are kind SuZ, thanks for the thoughtful visit.
Lindley Avatar
May 27, 2014 at 8:21 PM
My friend this is a fantastic write. Has all the great elements and reads like a dream too!! BRAVO!!!!!
Lamoureux Avatar
May 28, 2014 at 8:38 AM
Good morning and Thanks Robert.
Espinola Collins Avatar
May 25, 2014 at 7:01 PM
That was really creative and unique....what an imagination you have Richard! I enjoyed it very much:) Ana
Lamoureux Avatar
May 26, 2014 at 8:27 AM
Thanks Ana.
Sirak Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 6:09 AM
Fantastic write! Oh if only people could keep promises like God does.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 10:10 AM
Thanks Monterey, I sent you my book yesterday, you should have it in four days.
Callus Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 10:22 AM
This is a really good write, Richard, where imagery appeals to the senses. Great finale. // paul
Lamoureux Avatar
May 14, 2014 at 10:11 AM
Thanks Paul.
Thirtyseven Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 8:56 AM
From the title down, what a wonderful write.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 13, 2014 at 9:05 AM
Thanks Scott.
Jerden Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 8:23 PM
Tremendous write, mon ami! I'm faving this one.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 8:29 PM
Thanks Roy, much appreciated.
Frankel Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 5:01 PM
loved this one! Brilliant title, idea and images cheers, Alex
Lamoureux Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 1:54 PM
Thanks Alex, your visit is appreciated.
Carroll Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 1:52 PM
An incisive and well crafted write Richard..
Lamoureux Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 1:54 PM
Thanks so much Ken.
Onclaud Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 1:26 PM
beautiful message that honors mother nature and her environ...gorgeously executed!.. huggs
Lamoureux Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 1:55 PM
Thanks and a big hug to you.
Walker  Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:32 AM
"Us men of mud..." Love the flow of the rhyme. You rock Dave. Verlena
Lamoureux Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:53 AM
Thanks Verlena.
Walker  Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:35 AM
Sorry about the name mixed up Rick you rock. Dave's does as well. However, I love your style today. LOL. Verlena
Breidenthal Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 11:52 PM
Oh, and also, my favorite part was the image of the flowers crying and their tears joining with the rain. It reminded me of the verse in Revelations.- "He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." ...Once again, awesome work. Always, Laura
Lamoureux Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:51 AM
Good morning and thanks for such thoughtful comments.
Breidenthal Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 11:46 PM
I love the reverse rain image..wow...beautiful, strange, but appealing verse... also...thanks a mill for the sweet comments. That made my day! I definitely feel sorrow and pain in this piece. But the account of "new beginnings" gave me the hope I craved for. Gorgeous one. Always, Laura
Vaso Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 10:46 PM
You just keep getting better and better! Great great poem! A7
Lamoureux Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:53 AM
Coming from a talented poet such as yourself I am most honored Arthur.
Walker  Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 9:59 PM
Beautiful Rick. beautiful. This remains me of one of my poems I wrote in my book Thirty-One Days published by Authorhouse entitled The Blood of Humanity. Awesome write... Verlena
Walker  Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:19 AM
Great and Thanks. I am looking forward to your comments. Verlena
Lamoureux Avatar
May 11, 2014 at 8:16 AM
On my way.
Walker  Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 10:37 PM
Rick, pay me a visit and read: 1. THE BLOOD OF HUMANITY Verse 2. HERMAPHRODITIC Verse 3. IN THE MOOD FOR LOVE AGAIN Acrostic 4. LOVERS' LAIR Acrostic 5. INTO THE SUNSET Verse 6. STILTS Dramatic Verse 7. POETRYSOUPERS - DO WE QUESTION OURSELVES Questionku (DEDICATED TO RICHARD LAMOUREUX) Hugs.. Verlena :0))s.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 10:07 PM
Thanks Verlena, I am glad you like it.
Macfarlane Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 7:52 PM
Wow Rick this is a unique concept and terrific write. Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 8:49 PM
Thanks Cecilia, I seem to be going through a rain period *lol*.
Hamilton Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 5:18 PM
nice one Rick gives you pause to think Hugs
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 5:18 PM
Thanks Shadow.
Harrell Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 4:59 PM
i like it. That is the way it's supposed to be. Enjoyed it, Rick :) You did a great job!.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 5:00 PM
Thanks Toquyen. I hope you are enjoying your Saturday.
Manassian Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 11:32 AM
Wow! Awesome imagery! Rain flowing backwards. This had a certain feel to it. ......I was filled with apprehension until your glorious finish! God bless!
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 4:59 PM
Thanks, my comment to you gave me the line that is the centre piece of the poem. So you inspired me once again.
Smith Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 9:31 AM
This is fantastic Richard. Did you come up with this from your comment to Eileen?
Lamoureux Avatar
May 10, 2014 at 9:37 AM
Yes that was the catalyst. Thanks for commenting Tim.
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