Papa's Storm

Darkened tree barks scattered all through the forest;

Coated with deep green leaves which grew like a chorus!

 

Hot, humid, the middle of the day.

Thunderstorms rolling in the company of a dominant clang!

 

Rain hits the asphalt like the sounds of drummers coming from his past.

Oh Jah, what a mighty task.

 

Listen.  

So strong, so much force!

 

Smell the heat, the dampness, the stillness too.

 

I’m thinking of you papa this storm reminds me of you.

 

I want to hear your laughter just one more time!

Talk to you or see your face.

 But your body has grown weary and has quit the race.

 

Since the day you left me, no salt left in my tears.

 I’m feeling your vibe while reminiscing the years.

 

I heard the storm roar as ferocious as the lions in the jungle,

And wished you were here to witness this tunnel.

 

Just at that moment a warm breeze blew by the side of my ear;

Letting me know your were standing right there.

 

Without warning, I felt you’re arms slowly wrapping around my body,

Caressing me just as you did when I was young.

 

Your strong hands stroking my hair telling me baby, daddy’s right here.

 

I’ll never leave my little girl again.

 

If you need to talk,

Just pray on Papa’s storm!

 

 

 

 

Reviews

[Leech Wife]

God, I absolutely love this imagery. Fantastic work!

[Jibey]

So moving... I was stirred both by the storm and its divine loading and by the sweet desire for a father's love... with the sense of his strong presence enfolding you and holding you close as the storm rages and the lions roar... The spirit power was here... and the closeness of the movement was somehow arousing in its intensity and energy...

[EmpressPoetess]

as one who lost her mom, I can relate to what it means to lose a dear parent. This is so endearing. We do find ways to stay connected to those precious loved ones. Great write.

[Mr.Frosty]

I like this one a lot...I have two little girls...very touching and warm.

[Coyote Poetry]

So beautiful. I have three girls of my own. I would do anything for them. A excellent poem.
Coyote

[fireblossom]

Your writing is a strong light and drips life. No wonder you are published dear poet. I am looking forward to reading more of your precious writing.

[NM Sarah]

This is so raw- so vivid. It feels very transparent, not contrived at all. Good job.