Lightning
Bursting
out of a cloud,
it creates a channel –
tall trees nod and send sparks of love
a beam
puts up a spectacular show
sky suddenly lights up
scares some but
mirthful.
***
single
streak coruscates,
an incandescent beam
falls and stokes the light within me
My heart
clamors to resist, it pierces,
inflames dormant instincts
wrapping blanket
of love.
© Balroop Singh
Thanks to Colleen for the inspiration to craft syllabic poetry. I’ve written two butterfly cinquains. The theme of the month (chosen by Sangeetha) is: The Nature of Lightning.
The Butterfly Cinquain is an unrhymed, nine-line syllabic poem with 2-4-6-8-2-8-6-4-2 syllables per line. It uses the syllable count of the Crapsey Cinquain and then reverses it. The name comes from the butterfly shape it creates when centered on the page.
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You brought the theme to light beautifully!
Thank you Annette, I’ve never tried to write on this topic. I am delighted to hear that you liked it.
What a unique take on lightning, Balroop. I’m with you, I love the excitement. A couple of favorite lines: “an incandescent beam / falls and stokes the light within me”. How beautiful. Wonderful take on the prompt. ❤
Thank you for your lovely encouragement Diana, this seemed a weird theme but I am glad I could write something. 😀
I’m guessing that a few poets will go with the scary aspects of lightning. I liked your opposite direction. 🙂
I focused on childhood fascination and adolescent love… and this what I got! 😀 Thank you for liking them.
I love this form. And your take on the theme was beautiful.
Thank you for sharing your lovely thoughts Staci.
Lightning is one of nature’s most spectacular shows, Balroop. Your shadorma enhance that beauty. 💜
Yes, I agree Colleen, I have tried to draw inspiration from childhood memories but then I changed direction in the second poem. 🤗
I like that technique, Balroop. 😉
It helps in all kinds of situations. Thanks Colleen.
Beautifully evoked butterfly cinquain Balroop. 🙂
Thank you Deb. 🤗
Very lovely, Balroop!
Thank you Jan.
Love this, Balroop! What a capture of the fury of nature in more than one way
Thank you so much Denise.
What an entirely original take on lightning. Loved this, Balroop.
Thank you Jacqui, love your response.
Hi Balroop, I enjoyed your take on this prompt. It is unique and beautiful.
Thank you so much Robbie.
Beautiful poetry for the prompt, Balroop, and one of my favorite lines is:
tall trees nod and send sparks of love.
Thank you Lauren, it was a difficult theme. I am glad I could pull through.
Wonderful and profound poem Balroop. Too good 😊
Thanks Kamal 🤗
Welcome Balroop ❤️
Wonderful poem and interpretation of the theme, Balroop. Many of us see lighting as something dangerous and to avoid, but you make it feel like it’s electrifying – and it is, it is simply a part of nature. Love how you intertwined your poem with emotions and what the heart feels. Lighting comes as fast as it goes, just like how all of a sudden we may feel those dormant instincts as you put it. Great writing. Hope you are doing well 😊
Thank you for a lovely analysis of my poems Mabel. The beauty of poetry is that it goes beyond the ordinary… far from reality to explore new avenues. 😀 I am glad you liked the electrifying aspect. 🤗
“Sparks of love” How nice Balroop!
Well done on this challenge ❤️
Thank you Marie. 🤗
Beautiful, Balroop. You capture the thrill of lightning/love with a few choice words like-
an incandescent beam
falls and stokes the light within me
Lovely ❤
Thank you Jacquie, I am glad you liked it. 😊
This is so unique and creative, Balroop!
❤
David
Thank you David.
Lovely take on the prompt. I love these lines “an incandescent beam
falls and stokes the light within me
My heart clamors to resist, it pierces”
Thank you arv.
beautiful and creative characterization of lightning
Thank you!
You’re welcome.
I’m reading your poem as lightning strikes just outside my window. Powerful poem!
😀 Thanks!