Silver streaks on window panes,
oiled breeze, and earthy scent;
Gentle drops, quenching thirst
of algid crust, waking blooms.
Tender gasps, from sunken grass;
mirrored hues on ivy leaves.
Subtle rain, in shaded lawns;
- innocence, in paper boats.
Author notes
Trying to capture the images of a January Rain in less than 40 words
A contest entry
- Prompt Contest 12 entries 40 or less words by mysticstorm.
600 points, ended January 13, 12 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
Comments
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This is a very eloquent write , the
breathtaking imagery is fantastic ! Luv it !
Best wishes ! Friend Easy

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This is outstanding, the imagry is almost touchable, I can almost hear the rain gushing in gutters, swirling the paper boats downwards sinking dissolving along with inocence, this is a true masterpiece, you are a very gifted poet
thankyou, im so glad to meet you


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Creative and unquie...very interesting with a wonderful closing line.
Thank you for sharing!
MYSTIC
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Breathtaking!
All the best my dear.
Love, MJ.






