Rainy Day Dance

The cloudy sky is painted
in grays of every hue
in the quiet of my room
I sit alone and blue
but then I hear the music
of the falling rain
in the beat it's tapping
on my window pane

It is an invitation
to join its dance so free
the song that it is playing
is playing just for me
and I can feel my spirit
lifting in the breeze
I see through my window
blowing in the trees

So I leave the shelter of
my hot and lonely room
to splash about in puddles
and leave behind my gloom
then like a little child
happy in her play
I dance with the raindrops
on this summer day

Although the sun's not shining
I'm filled with golden light
and everything looks lovely
that comes within my sight
and I will go on dancing
with the falling rain
splashing in the puddles
just like a child again
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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November 27, 2009 at 5:49 AM
Such an expressive poem from your pen, Robin, and so enjoyed.. I remember those rainy days when I danced also.. just lovely.. to start this dreary, rainy day in New Jersey off with an excellent poem from u.. thankxxx for this uplift ... blessing s... luv... Linda-Marie, P.E.P.S. "Sweetheart"
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October 6, 2009 at 4:57 PM
I wanted to reply to your comment concerning the congratulation on my featured poem. Robin my granny was my saviour, when I was a child. Had it not been for her I would have grown up not knowing there was such a thing as Love. My parents were green at child rearing, and burden with making a living, for times were hard in rural Arkansas in the 40" and 50's. My granny seem to sense, now that I think about, that God had appointed her to show me what love is, she did her job well. Sincerely, Moses
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September 22, 2009 at 5:14 AM
Robin, the sounds of raindrops falling on rooftops, windows, tents is delightful. It's another piece of nature's orchestra of sounds>>beautiful piece>>James
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September 16, 2009 at 9:08 PM
Mail returned.
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September 13, 2009 at 12:37 PM
marvelous journey! Light & Love
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September 11, 2009 at 8:17 AM
Gosh, I love the thought of you dancing in the rain! Things must be going better for you and it makes me so happy. Such a delightful write! Love you and SO glad you returned, Carolyn
Brown Avatar
September 11, 2009 at 7:54 AM
Beautiful and so full of fun. Wonderful to have you back. Keep your pen flowing. Thank you for your kind comments. Love, Carol
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September 10, 2009 at 11:36 PM
What a\positive philosophy Robin.Rgds Brian.While you have been away I have published a limited edition in covenient chapbook form of my first two years PS art/poetry blogs.If you are interested it costs 10$ US (airmailed paid)Thanks for your welcome comments today.
Moreno Avatar
September 10, 2009 at 9:51 PM
Beautiful work, i'm so glad you have returned. I miss your soulful writings...RM
George   Avatar
September 10, 2009 at 6:23 PM
I LOVE THE RAIN! It has the same effect on me. Delightful poem, dear Robin. Thank you for sharing it and thank you for your kind comments on my writing. Lainie
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September 10, 2009 at 5:57 PM
Such a delightful poem, it makes me want it to rain! (We could use some here in California) Sweet poem, Robin! Nice to have you back with us again :) ~ love, Carrie
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September 10, 2009 at 4:15 PM
Nicely written and wonderfully uplifting. I can just feel the rain and the dance. Keep writing. Sara
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September 10, 2009 at 3:11 PM
wonderful and uplifting poem, Robin. Great reminder to find the light even when it's raining! Krista
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September 10, 2009 at 1:42 PM
Beautiful piece of poetry my friend..lovely use of imagery.
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September 10, 2009 at 1:34 PM
I like the uplifting way you end this poem. Nice use of imagery. Glad to have you back at The Soup!!! Thank you for your kind words on my poem. Keep your poetry coming. Karen
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