Gentle, calming soaking rain;
Soothing, reassurance comes-
Running into tiny pools;
Drought a banished thing.
Peaceful hearts and minds refreshed;
Hope unfurls the weary leaf-
Crumpled saplings rise once more;
Death a banished thing.
Upwards grows the tender stem;
Seeking warmth of midday sun-
Buds are waiting, hearts receiving;
Life a chosen thing.
©️ M. Patterson 7.11.25

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