Tornado

A metaphor for life

Life is a tornado,

violent and pure,

ripping through threads of air,

creating something more.

It takes the calm,

and swirls it into chaos,

Weaving peace into pain,

Changing everything, changing us.

It pulverizes faith,

It shreds our hope,

Life stings like acid

until we cannot cope. 

It is harsh but short,

it stays not for long,

It takes you with it,

and then you're gone. 

You become a speck.

Dust in rotating air.

One moment you're grounded,

The next you're in it's lair. 

Don't fight this tornado

It is impossible to win

Just embrace the chaos,

you might find joy within.

 

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

I thought about the last year. The pandemic has been like a tornado sweeping through, engulfing and destroying. It has caused chaos and death. It has wrecked economies. What do we do? We have to go with the flow until it has blown itself out. And is there any joy? Surprisingly there is. Little glimpses of it still manage to surface. We are all passing through. Enjoyed the read.

Chris

[Dianne S Penfold]

Yes. It has been like that recently. It feels so abnormal and painful doesn't it? Let's hope we make it though.

[Chris Shaw]

I am seeing some light at the end of the tunnel :)

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Last line in first stanza, did you mean "its"?
I think this poem is a well-drawn metaphor.
The tornado imagery is very strong...Yes, life is short and can be violent, harsh but if we can fight to stay grounded, there is much we can accomplish regarding of the chaos.
Nicely done, Dianne.
j.

[Dianne S Penfold]

Thank you for your review. I did mean it's, to show ownership of it's lair. The tornado 's lair that is. I hope it wasn't confusing.
You said it, life can be so violent, but there is still joy in there somewhere.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

"it's" is short for "it is", the possessive is "its."

[Dianne S Penfold]

I've read that it is interchangeable. Thank you for your input. I think I'll leave it as it is.

[Bhuyanshi Talukdar]

Wow, your poem is incredibly powerful and evocative. The imagery you use to describe life as a tornado is both beautiful and haunting, and I love the way you capture the idea that chaos and pain can ultimately lead to growth and transformation. Your words are full of raw emotion and honesty, and I found myself deeply moved by your message. Thank you for sharing this - your talent for poetry is truly impressive.

[Dianne S Penfold]

Wow, thank you so much for your kind review! It really means a lot to me. :)

[Anthony Phillips Schepi..]

I fancy this composition. I do not always embrace or perceive what the writer is expressing in some poems. Not the case with this piece. I both felt it and appreciated it. I enjoyed the parity between the natural tornado and life itself.

[Dianne S Penfold]

Thank you. I am glad it was understandable and relatable.