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It's Raining Blue

Next time it rains, close your eyes
And smell the color blue
So fresh and clean, the life it brings
The aroma of brand new
While they're closed, listen to
The music of her mood
Baby blue for lullabies or heavy electric blues
At times she feels icy blue, others warm indigo
But when you're wrapped in her embrace
You feel like a vibrant rainbow
We always see her coming
Dressed in clouds dark grayish blue
And when she leaves, she takes her blue
And all the other hues.




  an original poem by Daniel Turner
  painting by stricher gerard all rights reserved
   NOT FOR CONTEST
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Gulley Avatar
September 7, 2016 at 9:03 AM
Every emotion, every sense touched. Wow, love this one Daniel. The imagery is outstanding for this write and the painting just compliments it so well. Sharon : )
Turner Avatar
September 7, 2016 at 9:55 AM
Thank you Sharon. You are so kind. I appreciate you taking the time to read and comment. Blue is my favorite color and my favorite kind of music. I am glad you liked it:)
Mac Donald Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 11:43 AM
Love this for the imagery, consistency, and its overall originality. Nicely done, Daniel! Best wishes, Mikki
Turner Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 11:46 AM
Thank you Mikki. I love friendly faces and friendly visits. I also appreciate your support.
Rycroft Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 1:20 AM
Fantastic blue loved it great poem x
Turner Avatar
August 17, 2016 at 7:28 AM
Thank you Mrs Wendy. I appreciate your support. Thank you for dropping by to leave a smile.
Hauser  Avatar
August 16, 2016 at 7:49 PM
I love this one! Can't beat a good rhyme!
Turner Avatar
August 16, 2016 at 8:08 PM
You got that right! Thanks Mike. I've been trying to learn how to write sonnets. I have to keep trying. I do love rhymes the most. Thanks for dropping by and leaving this old man a smile.
Schneiter Avatar
August 16, 2016 at 5:38 PM
This poem demonstrates the beauty that can be created when a poet focuses on a single, specific subject and uses lush imagery to describe it. Thank you, Daniel, for sharing this first-rate composition.
Turner Avatar
August 16, 2016 at 6:22 PM
Thank you Paul. That is a very kind thing to say. I really appreciate you dropping by and leaving a smile.
DiMino Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 4:46 PM
Very beautiful! Love it!
Turner Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 4:55 PM
Thank you Joe. I appreciate your time and your kindness.
Raven Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 10:39 AM
Hi Daniel, i don't find the rain depressing, i like nothing more than going out and walking in the rain. Nothing like it for me. A cleansing of the world my friend. Daniel, this is excellent poetry on the colour blue and the fresh clean rain. I feel, through reading this one Daniel, that you enjoyed writing this one. I can tell you i did enjoy this read very much. Six ladies commenting on one poem, in competition you would win the laurels. Seriously excellent write. A 7....Mike.
Turner Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 2:28 PM
Thank you Mike. I did have fun writing this one. Nobody beats you with the ladies! I appreciate you dropping by and leaving a smile, Mike.
Dietrich Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 1:43 AM
This is another great poem from you, Daniel. That last line was genius. It shows the deep despair he feels in her absence. love the painting too.
Turner Avatar
August 13, 2016 at 4:50 AM
Thank you Andrea. I appreciate your time and warm kind comments. To most people, I think rain is a little depressing.
Haight Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 3:00 PM
Love the way you wrote this, Daniel, to turn the 'blue' of rain into something beautiful to behold. Well done! 7 Sandra
Turner Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 5:37 PM
Thank you Mrs Sandra. I really appreciate the high praise and compliments. Have a nice weekend!
Smith Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 9:42 AM
I like how you took us through all the shades and emotions of blue DT...love the painting as well
Turner Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 9:49 AM
Affecting all 5 of the senses no less. Lol I am smiling because you like my poem. Always a pleasure when you stop by Tim. Have a super weekend!
Warrior Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 8:28 AM
Now I feel BLUE lol...enjoyed my friend...very blue of you lol...god bless...^WW^
Turner Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 9:22 AM
Is it raining there? Thank you Wing Man for dropping by and for all of your support. Now I shall be blue, cause you have left. Take care my friend.
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August 12, 2016 at 7:36 AM
If there is a contest it is a shame you are not entering it, this piece deserves to be honoured. Bravo!
Turner Avatar
August 12, 2016 at 9:20 AM
Thank you Richard. I'm not falling for that again. People used to tell me how much they liked something I had written and how it was destined to be a winner, only to receive an NA from the sponsor. Now I just write for the fun of writing. I appreciate the vote of confidence and your support.
Duet Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:31 PM
I like this poem, so visual...and I love rain and the color blue.
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:38 PM
Thank you Carole. I like friendly visits and compliments. I appreciate both from you.
Curtis Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:27 PM
I'm gonna try it !
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:37 PM
Jerry, you crack me up. You have such a twisted sense of humor. I love it! Thank you for dropping by and making me laugh.
Roper Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 6:28 PM
A painter I see, very good verse, fantastic description, I'm with Ian very well done. 10++++ Hugs Eve
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 7:17 PM
Thank you Mrs. Eve. I appreciate the high praise. Even though I do not write for contests anymore, the topic inspired me.
Mark Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 5:29 PM
Good solid write, like the roll and tempo, well done, Ian
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 5:32 PM
Thank you, Ian. You honor me with your visit! I appreciate your time and comment.
Marie Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 3:05 PM
Wonderfully creative, the variety of "blue" really comes to life with your enchanting imagery..the line "Baby blue for lullabies or heavy electric blues" is fantastic! I re-read a few times and this also has a lovely lyrical feel throughout. You really have penned "rain" in glorious shades of emotion! I saw the photo after the third read..magnificent! It is a pleasure to read your fine pieces. blessings, lynn
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 3:37 PM
Thank you Lynn. Your enthusiasm is contagious. I got excited just reading your comments. I appreciate you dropping by and giving this old man a smile.
Onclaud Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 12:49 PM
i am enthralled with your rain imagery, daniel...it's showering here and your fine work is so right for me!..huggs
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 1:00 PM
Thank you, nette. If you're like me, the rain sets my mood. Light rain is so soothing and a hard rain can sometimes summon fear. I appreciate you dropping by and leaving a smile.
Smith Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 12:07 PM
Why isn't there any blue foods? Besides blueberries and jello, I can't think of any others. Just a thought. See, oh how your work inspires deep thought...great painting, great inspiration, enjoyed the read.
Turner Avatar
August 11, 2016 at 12:38 PM
Thank you Charlie. I was just fooling around. I wrote this in about 5 minutes. I do like the painting!
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