The Powerhouse of Rain

The powerhouse of rain, insane but nice.
A liquid ray compared to so-so lot.

The sun still hides but does have fun to soak
the neighborhood whose streets do wash away

the glum. It’s better than the dreary haze.
I’ll graze upon its drums and sip the sound.

The Winter’s chill abates. I’m overdressed.
I’ll wear sweat shirt, thin socks; still stay inside.

The caterpillar sun will show its face.
Evolving moon will find its place at dusk.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Hargreaves Avatar
February 15, 2024 at 2:55 PM
Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed your blank verse. Would love to see more. Blank verse with strict iambic metre and not tethered by rhyme. Best wishes.
Rodrigues Avatar
February 15, 2024 at 6:01 PM
I want your honest opinion. How did I do? I will try to write more blank first. Best wishes back at you!
Elliott Avatar
February 5, 2024 at 1:42 PM
A superb poem, Kim. Weather is such a good subject for poetry as your fine poem displays. Love of the Lord to you. ~
Rodrigues Avatar
February 5, 2024 at 2:43 PM
Back at you xx
Hind Avatar
January 31, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Absolutely fascinating. A pleasure!- and a hug!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 31, 2024 at 5:57 PM
Hugs! Thank you!
One Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 2:04 PM
Interesting choice of adjectives here...Nice imagery in your poem..
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 4:41 PM
Thank you, my friend!
Empress Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Dear Kim, this is a very deeply moving poem that depicts how sometimes we feel when sun is hiding and rain is the only reality, seasons and how it impacts and leaves one overdressed etc youve described in an intricate manner: i especially love how youv written “ The sun still hides but does have fun to soak“ sun always finds its way to soak us when all is but dreary somehow: i want to stay in too when its cold. Pleasure reading your well woven metaphors and imagery, sending you light always.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 12:18 PM
XX Thank you, Ink Empress!
Poet Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 9:37 AM
The transformative power of nature, particularly the rain, in uplifting the mood and atmosphere of a neighborhood, Kim. The beauty and impact of rain, the changing seasons, and the contrast between the dreary winter and the hopeful arrival of spring are well-depicted. The language in the poem is descriptive and evocative, using vivid imagery to paint a picture of the rain's effect on the environment.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 9:53 AM
Lasaad, I always appreciate your analysis. I enjoy reading your comments. Thank you!
Greenhough Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 7:08 AM
You certainly captured the essence of a short, necessary rainfall. I like this poem.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Thanks so much, Hilda!
Kaufman Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 6:53 AM
this is so rich with metaphors Kim. Loved the "caterpillar sun".
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 9:25 AM
Thank you, Nancy!
Buhagiar Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 4:57 AM
We have sunny but cold days. Had to repair my A/C but electricity is expensive. Lovely poem my dear friend. Hugs.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 5:08 AM
Stay warm, my friend!
Cunningham Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 12:36 AM
Nothing beats a good downpour to clear the air Kim. Now retired I can watch from indoors lol. Tom
Rodrigues Avatar
January 26, 2024 at 5:07 AM
Yes, indeed! Smiling.
Wolf Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 8:01 PM
Once again, you've got my skin crawling. Brrrr. Arrrgh. ~ gw
Rodrigues Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 8:27 PM
Throwing a quilt ‘round your shoulders…stay warm, Chicago Wolf.
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