Life's Storms by Debbie De Louise

The storm has passed.
Clouds still hover,
but a rainbow spans the horizon
shining hope on tomorrow.
 
The test results are positive.
Prayers and positive thoughts
have worked this time.
 
The roadway is cleared.
The accident caused no casualties,
but there are roadblocks up ahead.
 
The shooting hit too close to home.
Your fear is your enemy.
Caution guides you forward.
 
The game is over.
Your loss is your win.
No one lives without being challenged.
Strife engenders strength.
 
Sip your sorrow.
Drown your pain.
The storm is over,
but it will come again.


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Debbie De Louise, a retired reference librarian, writes two cozy mystery series. She's also written standalone novels and a book of cat poetry. as well as stories, and poems that appear in over a dozen anthologies. Debbie recently moved from Long Island to South Carolina where she lives with her husband, daughter, and two cats. Learn more about Debbie and her books by visiting her website at https://debbiedelouise.com