Lightning Storm

bolts of lightning 
crackle
through 
gray-blue clouds
the 
wind howls, 
uplifting 
the roof of 
the 
old red barn
as 
the 
sleepy cottonwoods
gather in 
for 
this storm
Lord, 
provide them 
with shelter
but
keep them from harm
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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June 28, 2009 at 8:11 PM
I love that frightening sound! you have written it perfectly! I sent you mail, Gregory....jimbo
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