Rain

RAIN

Listen to the sound the rain makes,
As it drums out it's own special tune;
Tapping a mystic melody,
On windows and roof tops and dunes;

Lulling the weary traveler,
And soothing the cares of the day,
Calming the troubled spirit,
And chasing my blues away;

Pattering 'gainst my window,
It chases away my frown,
As with warm cup of tea and a blanket,
I hurry to get settled down.

Outside the rain patters merrily,
Inviting me,"Come out and play.",
Inside I'm cozy and comfy,
I'll go out some other day;

For now I'll enjoy the music,
On roof top and window panes,
All comfy and warm I'll sit here and watch,
As rain drops play little games;

Scurrying 'cross my window,
And making small rivers and streams,
As children in bright colored rain coats,
Chase paper boats through my dreams.

                                                    Judy Ball
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Maverick Avatar
December 14, 2011 at 11:31 AM
I think i shall take up painting Lizzie, you have brightened my ideas and inspiration..)
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July 21, 2011 at 12:49 PM
I love the sound of the rain on the roof and the comfort I feel within. Great poem. Great win. Congratulations Judy
Ball Avatar
July 21, 2011 at 2:30 PM
Thanks so much Bob. Glad you liked it. \God Bless, JB
Johnson Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 1:48 PM
A cozy, comforting little rhyming poem. My favorite kind. Congratulations Judy. Love, Joyce
Ball Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 3:03 PM
Thank you so much my friend. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
George   Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 9:21 AM
Beautiful writing, Judy. many congrats on your FIRST PLACE WIN. Lainie
Ball Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 3:04 PM
Thanks so much Lainie, Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
Brown Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 8:31 AM
Congratulations Judy on your win in the contest of P.D. "Rain". Love, Carol
Ball Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 3:05 PM
Thanks so much Carol, Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
Ball Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 8:37 AM
Thank you so much Carol. God Bless, JB
Onclaud Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 10:49 PM
this is awesome, judy! sunny congrats on your special win :) huggs
Ball Avatar
July 18, 2011 at 12:17 AM
Thanks so much Nette. Glad you like it. God Bless, JB
K. Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 3:38 PM
You sure are making me wish it's raining over here now, Judy :) Loved the coziness & comfy feeling that rain can bring :) Super congrats on your win :D
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 3:55 PM
Thank you so much Nikko for stopping by and for your warm comments. Always glad to meet new friends. God Bless, JB
Dailey Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 2:48 PM
Congratulations on the win Judy. It had great rhythm and rhyme just like I like. Mike
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 2:50 PM
Thank you so much Mike. I like it that way too. God Bless, JB
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July 17, 2011 at 7:11 AM
Congrats Judy on this amazing write and win....always Michael
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 11:21 AM
Thank you so much Michael. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
Sweetheart Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 7:07 AM
way to go Judy my friend on your first place win with this dynamite write luv.. so honored to share first with u and my BFF Constance ..enjoy.. praise the Lord for words,,,,,
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 11:22 AM
Thanks so much Linda. Glad you liked it and am also honored. It does a person so much good to know their efforts are appreciated by their peers. God Bless, JB
Mantle Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 3:37 AM
Congrats Judy on your win with this excellent poem. I enjoyed this when I first read it and knew it would do well! Well done, best wishes Em :)
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 11:23 AM
Thank you so much Emma. Thanks also for stopping by. Great to meet new friends. God Bless, JB
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July 17, 2011 at 2:22 AM
Judy, Congratulations on your great Rain entry! Thank you for entering your awesome poem about my favorite refreshing gift of life. Also thanks for supporting my contest. Have yourself a great and wonderful night,..p.d
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 2:40 AM
Thank you so much my friend for such kind words. So glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
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July 17, 2011 at 1:58 AM
CONGRATULATIONS on the win....so great and terrific! smile... *-* junjun
Ball Avatar
July 17, 2011 at 2:37 AM
Thank you Jun-Jun for stopping by. It's great to meet a new friend. Glad you liked the poem. God Bless, JB
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July 16, 2011 at 8:41 AM
There's something so delightful when one hears the rain on certain surfaces. Or thee wind lashing it against windows on stormy nights. Natures champagne sure excites writes from within me. Lovely poem to reflect this gem of nature. Have a lovely day Judy :) smiles
Ball Avatar
July 16, 2011 at 8:48 AM
Thank you so much James. Glad you enjoyed it. God Bless, JB
Dietrich Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 10:07 PM
this is lovely just like the rain, Judy. sorry I haven't been here much lately. Having many problems.Good to see you tonight. LUv, andrea
Ball Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 10:17 PM
Thank you so much Andrea. Hope all is getting better for you. Remember, when things are the hardest for you it must mean you are walking very close to God because the devil doesn't have much time left so he won't waste his time on someone who has already lost it. Hugs, JB
Mantle Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 11:25 AM
Nice rhythm and rhyme to this piece Judy. Enjoyed this. Best wishes Em :)
Ball Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 4:44 PM
Thank you so much for stopping by and for such kind words. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
Sumler Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 10:49 AM
What a beautiful write Judy! Nice display and beautiful imagery of the Rain!
Ball Avatar
July 13, 2011 at 11:07 AM
Thank you so much Johnny. Glad you liked it. God Bless, JB
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