Irma

Irma is now a Category 4 hurricane and is headed for Florida. A bit of levity is definitely needed. Not sure how long we will have electricity and cell towers.

She’s hips and bust audacious

Red feeder bands make her blush so bold

Taking bits of pieces of the Caribbean with her

And she thinks she’s headed for our threshold!

 

She claims her dirty side is not to be messed with

They say she’s a daredevil out to conquer our whole state

But she doesn’t know who she’s dealing with

So listen, Irma, let’s get a few things straight!

 

We’ve dealt with Andrew and Wilma

David, Charlie, and Frederick too

You’d make a sharp turn to the east right now

If you knew what was good for you!

 

We’ve got water and batteries ready

Our lanterns will light up the streets

We’ve got wine, bread, and canned goods

And all sorts of delicious treats!

 

So do a girl a favor - just listen

It would be best if we never skirmish

If you go now and play out in the Atlantic

You’d fulfill my fondest wish!

 

 

Author's Note

UPDATE....Thursday, September 14th....just got internet access back. I will catch up with reviews and other's poetry tomorrow. Thank you all for your good thoughts. We were fortunate.

Reviews

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed a frightening situation. I hear Neckar is devastated too. Poor Sir Richard, homeless! My heart goes our to all in the Caribbean, Florida, Mexico, Pakistan and India. It makes me feel ashamed to complain about British weather; but I do lol!
Well penned portrayal of a terrifying situation Lydi.

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, so many have been effected by Harvey and now there are fires out west and Katia in Mexico...but Irma is the largest hurricane in recorded history. We are ready, but apprehensive for sure. Thanks for the good thoughts, John. Lydi**

[Alfred Kukitz]

even bad girls can be good sometimes. yesterday was storm central, high winds, snow cascading like a storm worthy foe. power lost, lantern at the ready, flashlights beaming, the whole neighborhood shed in darkness. the bad girl giving way to sunshine and calm.

regards,
al

[Lydia Shutter]

Glad you are safe, Al. I know the Northeast was pummeled yesterday. Thanks for stopping by. Lydi**

[Tom]

Hell have no fury like a woman scorned, yes Lydia, she vented her wrath in rousing and extremely rough, inclement retribution, why?

Only the Gods can say!

A finely penned, meteorological poetic contemplation!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, Tom. We were fortunate. Not a lot of damage here. Just some downed trees and five days without TV or WiFi....nothing compared to those in the Caribbean Islands. Lydi**

[Tom]

Mother Nature can be a volatile Madame, so glad you came through relatively unscathed Lydia, and blessed be those souls were less fortunate!

[poetry-kiddo alienbaba]

Way to go girl...ya tell her that!!! Fantastical play of words in a word combat with a hurricane who conceded defeat at the edge of the sword you wield

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much. We were very fortunate in SE Florida. Lydi**

[Desert Knave]

Hahaha ! My only hurricane experience was with Frederic back in '79 (I was stationed in Biloxi). This seems to be a one of a kind season and I am glad I am far from these storms. ~Jim

[Lydia Shutter]

Fortunately we fared quite well. Yes, you have to be happy not to be in harm's way. Thanks for the review, Jim. Hope all is well with you. Lydi**

[Ted Kniffen]

Terrific storm, terrific poem. Glad you're okay.
Ted

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks, Ted. Lydi*

[Einstein Noodle]

oh my goodness, Lydia!!! i love your spunk and poem ..personifying Irma is perfect to categorize her .. better than numbers ;) but she did not turn east and i am concerned for you ... not to mention all of Florida ... i did not know you live there ... are you OK?
E.

[Lydia Shutter]

Yes, I am just outside of Fort Lauderdale. We made it through, E. Got our TV and WiFi back last night. Lost a few trees, but fortunately they did not fall on our cars or roof. Hey, only the good die young! :) Thanks for the good wishes and the review. LydI**

[Einstein Noodle]

whew...so happy for you and those around you who have not been terribly hurt by the storms .. so thankful :)))

[Emily]

I admire your artistic writing. Creative writing and good descriptions in poetic way. Wishing you well!

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks so much, Emily. Lydi**

[Kelly Scheppers]

I've been watching CNN's coverage all day and night, and I don't mind telling you that Irma scared the hell out of me! I do hope you've prevailed and will be back with us as soon as you are able.

Take care my friend!

[Lydia Shutter]

Of course we prevailed...only the good die young! :) It was a terrifying storm, Kelly, but here we are and that is what counts. We made it through. Thanks for the good thoughts. Lydi**

[Papaya]

hi lydi, hope you're ok out there...
i've been watching the coverage from a distance.
thinking about you...

[Lydia Shutter]

Thanks for the good thoughts, Ana. We finally got our WiFi and TV service back last night. The storm was terrifying. We lost a lot of trees and shingles from the roof, but we are safe and that is what matters. Lydi**

[Papaya]

That is the most important thing, safety. So glad to hear you're ok!

[LKBillips]

Here's hoping the storm hasn't hit as badly as anticipated. Hope you and yours are safe. Wonderful poem.

[Lydia Shutter]

Thank you, LK. It was not fun going through it, but others fared far worse than we did. We are here...and feeling lucky. LYdi**