Raul Moreno Poet Choka

Saying Grace

The prairie says grace,
Before receiving the rain.
In a time of drought.
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The parched land laments,
Requesting in desperate pleas:
For the clouds to cry.
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Then a drop of hope,
Moistens dry, cracked, lips of dirt: 
Quenching thirstiness.
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The land in prayer,
Resembling God’s praying hands:
Praising the heavens.

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Richard Pickett December 1, 2009 at 4:59 PM Very nice flowing piece here Raul, Very visual also..Nicely done....RdP

Elaine George November 10, 2009 at 9:53 AM VERY BEAUTIFUL AND MAJESTIC. YOU ARE A VERY GIFTED WRITER, RAUL. lAINIE

Hana Ryusaka November 4, 2009 at 6:35 PM The imagery and extended metaphor in this piece is just lovely! I love this: "The parched land laments, Requesting in desperate pleas: For the clouds to cry." Great job!

Doris Culverhouse November 3, 2009 at 10:25 AM beautiful!! great,

James Fraser October 31, 2009 at 8:37 AM There's something about watching raindrops hitting parched dry lands, i loved watching this when i was younger >> James

Robin L. Gass October 31, 2009 at 6:14 AM Awesome Choka, Raula. Deep and beautiful poetry, rich with your wonderful imagery! Love, Robin

Carrie Richards October 29, 2009 at 7:59 AM I love the way this poem opens...."the prairie says grace, before receiving the rain"....that is stunning! ~ Carrie

Eric Siedzikowski October 28, 2009 at 4:40 PM Pure elutriated writing is flexed within the muscle of a strong poet that knows well of the sustenance that needs its nourishment. What a thoughtful person you are to think of the land and the elements that keeps everything thriving.Sincerely,Eric

Charmaine Chircop October 28, 2009 at 3:10 PM i love the land in prayer resembling God's praying hands..amazing grace,how sweet the sound :)in your verses--excellent Raul-- Charma

Sara Kendrick October 28, 2009 at 2:41 PM I can see this. God is good and the earth appreciates it. Keep writing. Sara