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Silent Storm

Sky color of death
high wind blows without a howl
destination known.

As our day turns from bright to unwelcome dark grey
cold, heavy rain starts to lash earths crust so forceful 
startled then extreme fear felt in a flash so unexpected 
visually experiencing this cloud to ground lightening 
stroke after stroke creating frightening yet wonderful 
patterns against that uninviting evil cloud covered sky
without any warning our sky illuminated by spikes of
blinding light crawling from horizon to horizon ,
we were encountering this natural extravaganza, 
an amazing unreserved event, fearful though beautiful.

natural  beauty
fury totally untamed
arrive and enjoy.

2/23/2018
Contest: describe a thunderstorm without the sense of sound.
Sponsored by Brenda Chiri.

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Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 2/27/2018 11:16:00 AM

Hello Roy Pett, the sky puts on a show when there is a thunder storm. the sky lights up and lightening appears. It is good to watch if you are not outdoors. Good luck in the contest. Have a nice day my friend.

Roy Pett
Date: 2/27/2018 12:29:00 PM

Thank you for your very kind comment and best wishes Darlene, such a pleasure to receive, wishing you have a nice day and thank you for your support. :))

Silent One

Date: 2/23/2018 3:47:00 PM

The imagery in your haibun is vivid, you have described the sensations very well...Should do well in the contest..

Roy Pett
Date: 2/23/2018 4:40:00 PM

Thank you so much for your very kind comment Silent One, I feel very privileged receiving so many encouraging comments from accomplished poets, thanks again. :))

Susan Ashley

Date: 2/23/2018 2:55:00 PM

Oh, a powerfully beautiful poem for the contest Roy. You have captured the mighty majesty of this natural wonder with your amazing imagery. Best wishes for a win my friend. ~Susan

Roy Pett
Date: 2/23/2018 3:33:00 PM

Thank you so much for your very kind comment and best wishes Susan, your support and encouragement is invaluable and so uplifting and really appreciated my friend. :))

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart

Date: 2/23/2018 7:59:00 AM

Fantastic!! You have captured that feeling of all encompassing awe in this piece, makes me excited for the season's return :) my best to you in the contest! xomo

Maureen McGreavy Pigeon Tart
Date: 2/23/2018 10:00:00 AM

You're too kind, and I'll take it! ;p

Roy Pett
Date: 2/23/2018 8:47:00 AM

Thank you so much Maureen, to see the word fantastic especially from such an amazing poet as you is really heartwarming, thanks again for your support and encouragement. :))