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Thunderstorm

Once I was in a metal row boat on a lake Along came a sudden, fierce thunder storm I was stuck on the other side In this boat with a friend The lightening started coming down all around From sky to water, as the thunder rolled We paddled as fast as we could, so strong and bold Across the middle of the lake, homebound With anxiety to no end The lake, it seemed so wide At such a time a metal boat felt, not the norm Water flying, we moved fast with a wake Hoping and praying we would survive for God’s sake Thinking about home where it’s safe and warm We could have stopped in fear and cried Instead courage was found I will never forget my nice home in that town Where I landed safe with a story told Heidi Sands 1/16/21. This was for Constance's contest , but somehow wouldn't go through.

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Joanna Daniel

Date: 1/27/2021 7:07:00 AM

A never to forget experience for sure, Heidi, glad you arrived safe and sound to tell us the story:)

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/27/2021 7:26:00 AM

True. I don't think I will ever forget it. Thank you Jo! I hope you have a nice day. I appreciate your comment :)

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/19/2021 8:51:00 PM

Hello Heidi … a thunderstorm when overhead and you’re out in the open can be frightening. Reading your verse I could feel your fear - thank you Heidi - Lindsay

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/20/2021 4:45:00 AM

Yes, it was scary out on the open water like that. Thank you for your visit and comment Lindsay. I hope you have a nice day :)

Panagiota Romios

Date: 1/17/2021 7:41:00 PM

Loved the story. We can all relate to fear. Well written Pangie

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/18/2021 4:54:00 AM

Thank you Pangie. I hope you have a nice day :)

Akkina Downing

Date: 1/17/2021 5:17:00 PM

Oh gosh, I would’ve died. I’m petrified of thunder and lightning. I hide whenever i see one... Lol! But you, Heidi is brave and shows your strength is stronger than anything else. Great adventure for sure.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/18/2021 4:54:00 AM

Thank you Akkinna. I appreciate your comment on this. I hope you have a nice day :)

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 1/17/2021 8:58:00 AM

A wonderful adventure at the moment all went well! Faith always helps overcome dangerous situations! Beautiful narrative poem dearest, Heidi! Take good care! Hugs!

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/17/2021 11:52:00 AM

Thank you Demetrios. I hope all is well :)

Joseph May

Date: 1/17/2021 8:25:00 AM

A dangerous situation that required bold action Heidi..

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/17/2021 11:49:00 AM

Yes, true. Thank you Joseph :)

Quoth Theraven

Date: 1/16/2021 5:52:00 PM

Heidi, What an incredible adventure in your poem 'Thunderstorm'. I'm glad Providence watched over you two. You faced danger and conquered your fears that day. And luckily lived to write about it so well. -Richard

Quoth Theraven
Date: 1/19/2021 7:52:00 PM

Heidi, You never said who you were with that day on the lake; as if that seemed unimportant. -Richard

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/17/2021 6:31:00 AM

Thank you Richard. Yes, it was something I will never forget! We were very fortunate. I appreciate your visit to read this story. I hope all is well. Have a nice day :)

Judy Ball

Date: 1/16/2021 4:49:00 PM

WoW! In a metal boat in the middle of a lake in a thunder and lightening storm. God is so good to have brought you in safe and sound though a bit wet. Great job here. God Bless, JB

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/16/2021 5:30:00 PM

Yes, it was unbelievable experience. Thank you Judy! I hope all is well :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/16/2021 4:24:00 PM

You bring the journey alive in this difficult to execute form, Heidi---lively details of sailing through a thunderstorm. A memorable story skillfully told. All the best.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/16/2021 5:29:00 PM

Thank you very much Vijay. For some reason, it wouldn't enter into the contest, with the last slot open. I haven't figured out why yet. I hope you have a nice evening :)

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 1/16/2021 12:06:00 PM

Hello Heidi, in a thunderstorm is no place for people to be in a boat. That is so dangerous. Glad you made it to shore. Hugs Darlene.

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 1/17/2021 11:40:00 AM

Hello Heidi, I would not want to be caught up in a boat in a thunderstorm. I would not wish that on anyone. Hugs Darlene.

Heidi Sands
Date: 1/16/2021 5:28:00 PM

Hi Darlene. You are sure right about that. Thank you. I hope all is well. Have a nice evening, my friend :)