Monday Morning

leaden clouds obscure the light
	in the darkness eyes cannot see
visions distant are hidden away
	falling rain drops block the sight

rain drops fall stealing warmth
	and chilling wind carries away
hopes that might else be found
	within the beating of the heart

strength does weaken and fall away
	trembling flesh falls to earth
mud does simply give away
	supporting not forlorn hopes

distant lightning within the clouds
	rolling thunder here unheard
might that will change the earth
	bringing hope known not here

hope does flicker in beating heart
	strength of spirit is not quenched
vision turning lifting up
	to the heavens that are unseen

arms are lifted and hands cupped
	entreaties uttered from the heart
seeking of what might be
	a boon sought within the storm

wind does chill fragile flesh
	rain that falls cannot clean
clouds might steal the light from eyes
	storm cannot take the hope within
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace