Notes About The Poem

It is said that it rains twice under trees. Once when it rains; the second time, when the wind shakes the water from the branches.

 

Rain

The thunderstorm has passed. A sparrow at the birdfeeder under the tree tilts its head, catching the morning sun, deftly snatching up a stray droplet as it is shaken loose by a breeze. The chicks are impatient for their feed.

twice rain
under the peppertree
stained slippers
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Hind Avatar
February 6, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Beautiful. This "twice rain" thing is in my mind now...very creative!! :)
Richards Avatar
February 9, 2026 at 5:03 AM
"it rains twice" was my original thought, but I settled for more "haiku-ing" phrase. ;)
Richards Avatar
February 6, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Thanks, Paige :)
Goldsmith Avatar
February 6, 2026 at 7:22 AM
I enjoyed reading your lovely "Rain" write. Love your note/write/cute bird picture. Have a day/weekend filled with fun as you write away.............
Richards Avatar
February 6, 2026 at 8:20 AM
Thank you, Paula. Have a joyous weekend:)
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