River of Fire

Explosion of smoke,
Gloomy clouds eclipse the sun:
Conflagration waves.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Fraser Avatar
September 17, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Excellent Haike Raul about a large destructive fire, nice one>>James
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September 17, 2009 at 7:32 AM
You paint another picture with artistic eyes! A gift you have, Raul!! ~ Carrie
Brown Avatar
September 17, 2009 at 5:49 AM
We see it all within your words Raul. Breathtaking. Love, Carol
Peranteau Avatar
September 17, 2009 at 2:48 AM
This Haiku is vivid Raul,...instantly I pictured this as if I caught a still life of it,...great write Raul ! james
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September 17, 2009 at 1:40 AM
this is really good! I like to write what I feel like that one poem..I had a very bad week. hope yours is better than mine:) Erin
Strand Avatar
September 16, 2009 at 11:58 PM
Great title for a Frankie Laine song.raul.Rgds Brian
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September 16, 2009 at 9:27 PM
you are a master of Haiku,River of Fire..fire always capture my soul,heart and emotions well,thanks for all your kind comments and never let your pen dry my friend. cos you"ve got talent.bye Raul--Charma
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September 16, 2009 at 9:07 PM
another great write on this series on volcanoes... keep them coming RM>>>>
Golden Avatar
September 16, 2009 at 8:15 PM
Chilling metaphor, Raul! As always, you've artfully depicted events in striking, clear language. Blessings, Donna
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September 16, 2009 at 8:13 PM
I imagine that looking down from an aircraft and seeing a wildfire out of control might indeed look like a "River of Fire." Very nice haiku, Raul. And your soup mail has been returned. Love, Carolyn
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