Rainless

We’ve had so many days without
A single drop of rain
That trees and plants are suffering 
From lack-of-water strain.

For people, it’s been wonderful -
With so much time outside, 
The joy of crisp fall weather
Paired with sun can’t be denied.

Yet animals are hurting and
Most crops are fading, too,
Though there isn’t really anything
To help that we can do.

Yet, there are reports that Thursday 
We’ll experience some rain.
I’ll miss these lovely sunny days,
But I will not complain.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Wolf Avatar
November 21, 2024 at 8:43 PM
Meither, neither!! We had the same 'rainless' thing in Chicago - 'til last week, when it rained most every day - and today we got a 4" snow dump. Oy! Complain, complain, complain :) Gershon
Wolf Avatar
November 21, 2024 at 8:42 PM
Meither, neither!! We had the same 'rainless' thing in Chicago - 'til last week, when it rained most every day - and today we got a 4" snow dump. Oy! :) Gershon
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November 20, 2024 at 2:57 PM
I note (at least in my part of New England) the usual autumn colors were mysteriously absent this year? Not only that, but the leaves, especially on maples and poplars were all dried out, leaving those deciduous trees resembling skeletons??? Climate change? / Maurice
Cunningham Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 11:49 PM
I'd love a bit of rain too, we've got snow and ice here, roll on spring. Tom
Flood Avatar
November 19, 2024 at 3:58 PM
Seems only days ago we were saying how uncannily mild it is for November. Today, I was outside and as cold as I can remember. Enjoy it while it lasts, Ilene. Wildlife is surprisingly resilient. Enjoyed your (un)seasonal write. Terry
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