This Poem is Clouds, Bloom, and Sparkle


This poem is an April day without sun.
This poem is two hummingbirds huddled in a rose.
This poem is rain turning grass into emerald sparkles.

This poem is walking water puddles,
and giggles echoing in the street.
This poem is a girl holding an umbrella
believing she is the princess of wind.
This poem is an April day without sun.

This poem is moments that pass too quickly,
 photographs from newborn to graduation.
This poem is storms, tears, broken hearts, a friend
who sits with you while you fall apart.
This poem is two hummingbirds huddled in a rose.

This poem is a day with gray clouds
a spirit trusting she’ll find the rainbow.
This poem is a girl becoming a woman, green eyes 
that hold memories, singing when there’s pain.
This poem is rain turning grass into emerald sparkles.

This poem is days without sun.
This poem is a friend in a storm.
This poem is tears with emerald sparkles.   


©Susie Clevenger 2025


NaPoWrMo Day 24

 

Comments

Mary said…
Your poem is so rich with imagery, depth, and feeling!
Susan said…
Wonderful use of the form to open up the sweetness, mystery, and sadness of poetry!
Sherry Blue Sky said…
Oh, Susie, you nailed it. This is so deeply beautiful. I love it.
rallentanda said…
This poem is just stunning...a sparkling bloom through a cloud.
Jennifer Wagner said…
Susie, wow. This is gorgeous in every way and moved me to tears. Another favorite. Bookmarked. <3
Truedessa said…
Your poem was wondrous to read! I especially thought this line was marvelous
This poem is two hummingbirds huddled in a rose.
Marja said…
Absolutely beautiful from beginning to the end
Sumana Roy said…
This poem is an absolute beauty Susie. It's truly "a friend in a storm" and life in words.
Excellent use of the form, Susi!