Windshield wipers, delay
Screeching sounds
Watching rain pour
On a chalkboard
Rain, rain, go away
Life was sunshine
Shimmered on freckled skin
Accepted and forgiven
For a moment one day
Unforseen departure
Awaiting a return, engine vibration
Soothing a voice, whimpered
Preferring her that way
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
Oh no! You got the horrid rain too! What did happen to the sun?
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Oh yes, just look at this flooding! Did you call for this, Duketh? The sun left. Tis what it did…
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Oh no, this professor would never call for rain, you know that! It must’ve been Helios’s fault.
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I know…just looking to blame you for something, it seems. Now don’t go blaming Helios…you know I think he’s pretty great.
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Who should we blame then? JJ Watts!
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Yes, seems fine to me. Mr. Watts could use a little grief.
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Worried about you and Houston this morning… Hope everything is alright…
***Hugs***…
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Just posted an update, my Michael. Thank you for checking on me. I’m okay. Better knowing you’re nearby…. *hugs* Thank you for checking on me. ♡
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When the weather emphasizes our feelings – this poem aces it.
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Humbled. Shari, you are a lovely sight to see today. Hugs. ♡
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You mean my turquoise face?
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Yep. Love that shade. 🙂
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Those gray, dreary stretches of life and of weather always seem longer than they are.
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Right, and it is a welcomed moment to reminded of that, Susan. Thank you, my friend. xx
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You are welcome, Audrey. And I am blessed to be your friend. XO
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Thank you, Susan. Blessed to have you, as well. Truly. ♡
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Thank you! ❤
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♡
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😀
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I feel the pain.
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Thanks for sitting nearby, John. ♡
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Yes. Right over here.
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I hope you have your umbrella. 🙂 xx
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Yup. Poncho and Cisco too.
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Giggle. Good thinking 🙂
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I see where y’all have had nothing but rain for what seems like forever. I can’t imagine that, really. When I lived in Texas, we had nothing like that! Must be challenging to live without sunshine when you’re used to seeing it. Hang in there, Audrey!
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Yes, Debbie. The rain just keeps coming. We shall see an end at some point. I will continue to hang on. xx
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I too am waiting for a return. Boy am I waiting.
Rainy day there Audrey?
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Hey, Staci. So glad you enjoyed this poem. Yes, it has been a rainy few weeks.
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I’m not a fan of rain. It makes me depressed. I guess it’s ok once in a while. I like it more when it’s summer rain and it’s still warm outside. Or when it’s close to Christmas here in Brazil (summer hot) and I want those nostalgic feelings. That’s when I bake Christmas goodies and put on Christmas music.
🙂
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Wipers screeching
like an owl
repeating who, who
shall hear her heart
when in doubt
as rain starts
to flood her thoughts
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Thank you, Jay. Your poetic verse is incredibly soothing to this heart. I like my mind being diverted to thoughts of an owl. A perfect bird. You are the best. Hope you’ve enjoyed your weekend.
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Quite pleased to soothe your heart, Audrey. Weekend? More like a nightmare, but I’ll sleep gooder tonight! *chuckles*
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Gooder? I appreciate your attempt at making me laugh, Sir. Sad to hear of the nightmare. Hoping things are better now. xx
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Much improvement. And the rain has got to stop eventually. Of course, I have building an ark just in case. But while doing so, I have been presented with a dilemma. Where am I going to find 2 of you? I heard you laugh *smirks*
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Glad for improvement. Tis always a good sign. Ugh. The rain…Sooo, you’ve been super busy! An ark is a big responsibility *giggles*. Now, I’m fairly certain only one of me will do. (Can’t imagine more. Yikes.) Excuse me for a second as I sigh…. *sighs* that was super sweet of you, Jay. I did laugh, but not loud enough to hear it in Colorado. *taps toe*
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Who said I was in Colorado? Such a lovely sound, your sigh *hugs* Sweet like sugar? One lump or two? I must use my super powers to create another of you. I know, I should be satisfied with just one of you, but hey, when it’s gooder, it’s better
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Just assumed, I can smell a mountain man a mile away, you know. And a Charmer. Definitely two lumps. Pure cane sugar, as well. At your own risk, my dear. Two of me on a bad day would be fairly horrid, trust me, even for a cowboy. Y’all are so brave. *giggles* I’m choosing to ignore your gooder, Sir.
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That pleases my heart you have elected to ignore my gooder. You shall read it in each comment and awaken each morning hearing it whispered while you enjoy your coffee, with two lumps of yours truly. I ain’t scared *chuckles*
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*rolls eyes* What was I thinking? My skin could crawl away, you know, seeing it in every comment. I should change my address. *laughs* I like my coffee black. Two lumps of sugar I chew being the Crimson Queen I am, Sir. Be afraid. Very afraid. *smiles sweetly*
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Hopefully you’ve changed your address by now. But it would be gooder that you not do so in haste. *not shaking* Damn, must look up Crimson Queen. I’ll have to thank you for giving me an education. But not now. So much more to learn, and besides, you look really nice with that ruler in your hand *smiles back*
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Be good, Poet, *smirks* and I’ll stay right here. Was given that nickname here a long time ago. The boys think I’m a rather good Poetess. They placate me sweetly. *pops the ruler on your desk* Gooder is not a word, Sir.
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Oh teacher, please keep me after school!
I shall not behave
just crave your attention
until you rule out
giving me a passing grade
And you are a wonderful Poetess
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*giggles* I have my eye on you, Jay. I know your kind. Stop trying to get out of biology. You’re gonna be late. Now how would that look as teacher’s pet?
(Thank you ♡)
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But but but… I enjoy staying after school. I look at it as higher education, especially when you get on the desk and blush *chuckles* I love to be petted
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Jay! I’ll be on the six o’clock news. I do no such thing! *darts eyes*
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That’s the same eyes that caused me to stay after school. We all have 15 minutes of fame. Yours I’m afraid shall last much longer with this poet around. Get use to it.*records news*
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*bats eyes* I’ve never wanted to be famous, but now its looking pretty nice. So sweet, Jay. *flashes her best smile* We going somewhere?
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Outside to get soaked
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Rqining there too, huh? Damn rain 🙂
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Just smile, join me *taps foot*
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*backs up slowly* I’ll get wet…
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I’ll dry you off. Fluff your …
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Curls? *contemplating* Nice out there, Jay?
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Yes, curls. Could have sworn I typed that in my reply. Lord knows I have only the best intentions. It’s so lovely out here. You just stay indoors. Don’t want you to get sick. But I am a doctor, you know, just in case.
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*pouts a little* Rain does look like fun. Too bad you can’t force me to join you, huh? Need a jacket, Dr. Jay?
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Yes Audrey, a jacket would be a great comfort. *pulls you out* How’s that feel?
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*giggles* Just as I suspected it would, actually. Wet.
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See what you were missing, besides me. Goodnight, Audrey 🙂 So enjoyed our exchanges tonight, like always
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Seems easy missing you, I bet. Thank you for brightening my night, Jay. Sweet dreams, Sir. ♡
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Sweet dreams ma’am. *tips hat*
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Audrey it’s wow 🙂
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Izza, I thank you. 🙂
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