She cries teardrops,
which magnifies the Earth.
Each succulent petal
encompassed in pouring rain.
Even the greenery bows
to her holy remembrance
as her tears drop silently.
Author notes
The inspiration for this piece is a picture by John Jarvis.
A contest entry
- contest quickie by oceanbluize.
1000 points, ended December 31, 2008, 7 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What do you feel when you read this?
Comments
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Wow, such lovely imagery in so few words. The vocabulary was well-chosen...the effect is a beautiful scene set forth in the mind of the reader.
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Powerful and exhilerating is your take on my prompt, thank you for entering.
Good luck!
Ocean.
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Beautiful Artistry...
Wonderful lines, Poetess!!! 
Wishing you all the best in the contest!!!
& 
xx Cyn xx
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very moving piece; excellent brevity to help rovide a very powerful and emotional write - nice job!
Michael
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I like your take on the picture.
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