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The Drought

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Went for a Monday morning stroll 

three weeks ago today

Nature filled this lake to its natural brim

with sun-tweaked tranquil waves

 

Silver reflections pranced 

across a pale blue sky

Leaves, green and papery thin,

sensed their spine would wither and die

 

Each tried to stay glued to their robust roots

The end of a season closed in

I paused and watched the water’s edge

ebb rhythmically, then flow and bend

 

One week ago, today

I went for a morning walk again

Empty lake burned bone dry

With sun-soaked crusted dirt

Tears paddled my surprised eyes

 

Bronze leaves mauled with holes

Acorns dotting barren earth

I stood — the stillness of death felt cold

At this moment, no glossy reflection

to camouflage a solemn hurt

I reflected on next year’s inevitable rebirth

as the birds flew north with the wind.

 

 

 

A true story.

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COMMENTS

 

love_supreme says:

This write is very powerful. Excellent!
 

LP45 says:

Wow! What amazing imagery you have in this write. I could see and feel the beauty of your surroundings as I read each line. Thank you WordsmakeUs for this wonderful share. Peace and blessings.
 

TEEDUB815 says:

Very Impressive Experience. Keep Up The Good Writing Skills.

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