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Petrichor

Something was changing one day—
I felt it when a cool breeze blew.
Restless branches danced and swayed
while the world around me grew silent.

With the first touches of rain
I smelled ozone in the air
and in a moment of glory raised my arms.
I embraced the moment as mine alone

but looked for the word to describe how I felt
like the electricity of new love when I was young.

Falling rain whispered through crowns of trees
and spelled a sweltering day
the weight of grief
with the touch of a storm.

O the years I’ve lost.

Lightning danced in dark skies-
I’ve witnesses this scene many times
at different stages in my life.

Thirsty ground took in
what the skies had to offer
so it could live again.

A couple laughed in the downpour
and ran hand-in-hand to their car
as if they were young.

Copyright © Mike Bayles | Year Posted 2025

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Date: 7/27/2025 8:29:00 PM

In addition to another fine write, thank you for introducing me to the word 'petrichor.' ~ Gershon
Date: 7/27/2025 8:13:00 PM

I love how this poem captures the fresh, electric feeling of rain and change—it’s like a beautiful mix of nostalgia and hope. The way it ties nature’s renewal to personal moments and memories really makes it come alive. Very vivid and touching!

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