Raining in Summer

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Written: May 22, 2024 For Ink Empress Contest ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Whispering breeze waltzes through trees, Petrichor essence is carried by its tease, before the rainstorm, summer symphony starts breathless, it falls akin to heavenly tears tingling on skin earlier warmed and sun-kissed puddles cast and evaporate silver haze was ethereal and mystical cossetting sad at heart. Thunder briskly roars louder. angry skies howl lightning shatters the sky dazzling heat envelopes the air sun-kissed whispering through parched pastures rehydrating the ground kinopsia, dyed, bold currents stormy rain continues trees sway as views vanish hills whirl with a vibrant ballet rain relieved the heat flowing across fields lightly with a dynamic beat. Morning storm strolling flowing on flooded sidewalks counting fading raindrops puddles bubble and steam indicating the briefness of life... On the front porch, the rooftop roars with rain gutters pulsate with water rainwater floods the eaves forming ripples on the grass the damp summer air cools waterfalls of rain across hills and valleys water beads amid wild flora fall as white diamonds conspicuous doors and windows I listen to rain singing I shut my eyes as rain collects in puddles sharp metal pattern dull concrete sound drumming oleander leaves gently. downhill across a silky valley behind a barren slope drifting with the storm revived views glide illuminated by gold twilight will appear shortly amethyst rainbow is exquisite violet dream-scapes fly exposed radiant scarlet as hazy languid frowns and wanes revealing an idyllic day breaking tenebrous haze sadness fades firmly deathly agony of missing time crimson etching on a gray quilt nature’s opium each drop falling from above reminds me of life's constant love just as rain nourishes our land love gently nurtures our hearts.

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Tonye George

Date: 6/10/2024 11:27:00 AM

Congratulations Dear Sotto. A great piece.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 6/8/2024 1:32:00 PM

Back with congratulations on your winner in this contest. Way to go. I like the way you approached the theme. Keep on writing. Sara K

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 6/5/2024 9:13:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful rain write. I love to hear the rain... Have A Blessed Day Writing Away With Your Win...........

Ink Empress

Date: 6/5/2024 8:00:00 AM

Dear sotto, what i love about this poem is the way youv awakened the readers senses with such descriptive lines, while also using poetic techniques to give an impeccable touch to your poetic take! Rain, can be seen in so many various shades through your word weaving! Pleasure reading this. Congratulations on your win. Thank you for sharing this too

Duke Beaufort

Date: 5/28/2024 8:55:00 AM

SP, you have a beautiful way to describe rain and its effect on the surroundings. I am struck by the tribute to all the wonderful things that occur. The way you equate nourishing rain to love at the end touches my heart. You have such a romantic eloquent voice when you do something like this. Making me smile again!!!

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 5/23/2024 8:21:00 AM

Dear Sotto, I loved going on this breathtaking journey through nature's symphony, where each element dances in harmony with the next. Your eloquent words evoke such a deep sense of connection with the world around us, showing the beauty and resilience of life. Through the storm and the calm, your poem just seems to be filled with the gentle power of love and the enduring rhythm of existence. Quite the mesmerizing piece Sotto. - Blessings, Daniel

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/23/2024 4:23:00 AM

In sync with rhythms of nature, the images you convey bring to fore rain in summer soothing terrains, my friend.--Whispering breeze waltzes through trees, Petrichor essence---angry skies howl lightning shatters the sky---awesome descriptions. Excellent response to the prompt, Lassad.

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 5/22/2024 8:04:00 PM

Ahhhh, that was sweet. Very well written.

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 5/22/2024 5:06:00 PM

Wow, dear Sotto! Another magnificent creation! You've created an array of emotions with your descriptive words and imagery. I especially liked: each drop falling from above reminds me of life's constant love just as rain nourishes our land love gently nurtures our hearts. I agree...it's as if summer rain is pure love! Best wishes with the contest, your poetess friend from Texas, Sara