The Storm Clears

Entry for ...I choose to dwell in the clouds poetry contest Tom Woody The Storm Clears I have been hit with trauma that has stormed into my life many times Lightening bolts hitting my mind, burning away positivity Wind howling, as I whirled around in a dwelling of pain I have been lowered to places where only thunder booms as darkness surrounded me from morning to night These times left me questioning many things in life I was often weakened with doubt if anything could get better It is my belief that I have a purpose to complete that kept me going The support from loving people who truly care, comforted me My drive to succeed kept me fighting what felt like the devil attacking my soul My creativity guided me through the worries, grief and stress As different experiences occurred, I learned that things do change Things can get better with trust, that I can survive There are sunny days beyond storms and open doors after those that close As hard as things can be, it is possible to reach easier times Peace can return like a kind visitor to heal a broken heart - To proceed from there takes gratitude - Heidi Sands 3/8/25 Placed 7th in 10.