Wind

I love the wind
Blowing softly against my face,
Fanning it on a hot Summer’s day,
Stirring my hair;
Making the branches and leaves quiver
And the grasses to dance and sway,
And all the while
Whispering a soothing melody
If one but listens intently.

I hate the wind
Roaring violently,
Making the branches and leaves fall,
Bending the grasses till they break,
Whipping the dust around
That stings the eyes,
Finding its way through nooks and crannies,
And whistling an eerie tune
Auguring a storm.

I’m scared of the wind
Blasting at everything in its path,
Causing whole trees to tumble,
And flattening grass, blossoms, and all;
Generating huge waves
That claw their way to shore;
Crumpling poles, posts, and walls,
Howling and shrieking like a banshee,
And snatching the life of the unwary. 

April 23, 2023

Among 1st Place
Writing Challenge - ‘W’ Words - Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France
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Gayagay Avatar
May 19, 2023 at 7:33 PM
Thank you all for the kind and wonderful words!
Sambourne Avatar
May 19, 2023 at 4:33 PM
Very well expressed, Ryan, in a piece highlighting a layered look at the wind. Congratulations! Brian
La France Avatar
April 27, 2023 at 12:08 PM
Ryan, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge, congratulations !
Andresen Avatar
April 27, 2023 at 6:45 AM
- Congratulations on your lovely win poem, Ryan :) - hugs
Kendrick Avatar
April 27, 2023 at 3:59 AM
A very descriptive and emotive work found here on the winner's list. I enjoyed reading it. Thank you for sharing and congratulations on this winner. Way to go. Sara
Daniel Avatar
April 23, 2023 at 10:58 PM
Different forms of the wind beautifully depicted, Ryan:)
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