A cold draft rushes underneath the covers and touches bare
skin. Chills run down the spine and goose bumps appear. Blankets are piled;
wrapped up in; and tighten their grip around this unwilling body.
One tap, two taps, three taps, four
What is this noise I have heard before?
Is someone at the door?
Stillness in the air greets greedy lungs. Shivers convulse
the body and inundate the mind with thoughts of what has caused such silence.
Clothes are selected; an outfit is decided; and stubborn feet move this apathetic
load.
Pitter-patter on the windowsill
Was it only supposed to drizzle?
Or will this storm become torrential?
Outside heavy clouds loom overhead. Inclement weather conditions instill an anxious
anticipation for the storm. A deep breath is inhaled; courage is mustered; and
a step is taken into the sudden wetness.
Gutters are overflowing
Why do I have to be driving?
The sky cracks with thunder and lightning
A gust of wind blows forcefully against steel and concrete. Fear
grips the heart and aches can be felt in each bone. An unnerving sound is
heard; the vehicles sputters; and the journey grinds to a halt.
What was dry is now wet
How can one be complacent?
This could only be solved by a bucket of chocolate
The heavens open above and let water pour down. Solitude
imposes frailty, and sadness fills sullen eyes.
Rain drops fall; a voice
whimpers; and the world weighs heavily down upon overburdened shoulders.
Destitute and alone
Too many miles from home
Nothing to do now but sit down and moan
Brakes screech in the distance behind. Bright lights blind and
curiosity is peaked. A shadow approaches;
extends an object; and stands over
the huddled mass on the ground.
Protection and comfort under an umbrella
Who would stop to help another?
Why do I deserve help from a stranger?
Wiper blades squeak as they slide back and forth across the
windshield. A warm beverage is given,
and cold hands receive it happily. Driving down the road is peaceful;
tranquility returns to the mind; and the spirit is calmed.
The squall has started to fizzle
Once violent clouds now simply sprinkle
Down the windows the water droplets trickle
The car stops while the stranger smiles. A signal is given
to exit, and involuntarily the request is obeyed.
Water has transformed what is known; attitudes and
perceptions have changed; and a thirst for life has returned.
Reflections of a forest in a river’s flow
Dew drips reveal nature’s show
Open eyes can now witness beauty in life’s double rainbow
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