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With eyes at rest in the way of dreams, I hear the quenching rain. The percussion of the water varies according to the surface it wets. There are the drums that are the windows, the cymbals that are the concrete floor, and the soft, soft maracas that are the music of the grass. The triangles are the puddles, their high notes picking up the mood while singing of the joy of memories lost and found.
I like the sound of falling rain. I find solace in its embrace. I hear it whispering nostalgic stories of memories displaced.

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Date: 12/23/2023 3:41:00 PM
I like the way you used the musical instruments to illustrate the different sounds the rain doth make. Lovely imagery and soothing read, my friend. Have a blessed day! Bill
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Date: 12/20/2023 5:00:00 PM
Rain is life...Clever piece, Sara. :o)
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 12/20/2023 5:26:00 PM
thank you, Arlo. Have a splendid evening, Sara
Date: 12/20/2023 4:44:00 PM
Lovely! You made a whole orchestra of words. :)
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 12/20/2023 5:26:00 PM
thank you...such a lovely comment. Have a great evening, Sara
Date: 12/20/2023 9:33:00 AM
You have described so delightfully the rhythm of falling rain. Your poem and prose match so brilliantly. Enjoy the day, my friend.
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 12/20/2023 5:26:00 PM
thank you, Jerry, for your wonderful comments. I appreciate you and your continued support. Have a splendid evening, Sara
Date: 12/20/2023 6:00:00 AM
You're right Sara, it does make some beautiful sounds, I find it quite soothing. Tom
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Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 12/20/2023 5:27:00 PM
I find rain soothing, too. Reminds me of a grand orchestra. Have a pleasant evening, Sara

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