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Last night’s storm came as an opera for the skies, the instruments determined to sing out, the trees and grasses as their percussion. Even the rain came in orchestrated rhythm, appearing as the master of the scene yet arriving on unheard cue. The wind played incessantly, as if it had been restrained for some time, a force strong and determined to outrun any chaser. The sound of it was a strange song, as if howling yearned for a melody. Mesmerized, I watched the trees join in the unfolding scene. Nature, in its quintessential wisdom, provided me with an insight. great strength is within force far greater than any storm one encounters

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Silent One

Date: 5/8/2024 1:09:00 PM

Your poem beautifully captures the grandeur and power of a storm through vivid imagery and musical metaphors. The comparison of the storm to an opera for the skies evokes a sense of drama and majesty, with the instruments of nature coming together in a symphony of sound and motion. It is a captivating meditation on the awe-inspiring beauty and force of nature, reminding us of the profound lessons that can be gleaned from observing its wonders.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:27:00 PM

thanks, Silent One, for your engaging comments. I'm grateful you found my poem a captivating meditation. I rather enjoyed writing this one...have a great evening, sara

Tom Cunningham

Date: 5/8/2024 6:40:00 AM

Nothing beats a good storm in all its glory, best viewed from inside. Tom

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:26:00 PM

I agree...inside is the best :-)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/8/2024 6:00:00 AM

Great imagery, Sara--you brought to fore the sight and sound of storm. I hear the depth of your message in the ending lines: --great strength is within force far greater than any storm one encounters---

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:25:00 PM

thanks, Vijay, for your in depth read and understanding of my poem. You nailed it. Grateful for your insightful nature. have a great evening, Sara

Buhagiar Victor

Date: 5/8/2024 2:08:00 AM

Sara, you are wonderful in a poetic way. To write about a storm in musical terms is wonderful. A fav.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:20:00 AM

thank you, dear Victor. I much appreciate your visit and your comments. You're always so positive! I'm humbly grateful for the fave on this poem. Enjoy your day, Sara

Valsa George

Date: 5/7/2024 10:26:00 PM

If ever I see that the poetic form is Haibun, my attention always gets focused on it as I know that your haibuns are always a pleasure to read. This time also you didn't disappoint me. The comparison of the storm to a music ensemble is so apt. The arrival of the rain as choir master is even more enchanting. Your poem is so outstanding with choicest words and images. Love and hugs, dear Sara

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:22:00 AM

wow, Valsa, your comments moved me! I'm grateful you find my Haibuns pleasant reads. I'm glad this one was enchanting and didn't disappoint you. Thank you! Hugs for the day, Sara

Lin Lane

Date: 5/7/2024 5:57:00 PM

What a wonderful comparison between a storm and an orchestra, Sara! I could imagine the roar of thunder being drums and flashes of lightning appearing when cymbals crash. A symphony of percussion instruments in tune with nature's raging weather. Excellent!

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:19:00 AM

thanks for your visit, dear Lin. I appreciate your comments and am grateful my poem made it possible for you to imagine the storm as a symphony. Wishing you a splendid day, hugs, Sara

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 5/7/2024 5:29:00 PM

We lucked out this time but I fear what is to come tomorrow. A magnificent haibun, Sara. Such powerful images.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:15:00 AM

I just read about some of the violent storms that bred tornadoes. Hope you weren't in the storm's path. Thanks for your visit and positive comments. Stay safe & have a pleasant day, Sara

Paige Hind

Date: 5/7/2024 5:29:00 PM

A deep poem, Sara, haunting in its own ways

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 5/8/2024 5:14:00 AM

thanks, Paige. I appreciate your stopping by. Hugs for the day, Sara