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Cumulus lusted after the Moon.
For centuries, he hid in her shadow –
gazing at her luminescent face,
enthralled by her radiant glow.
One scorching summer, he grew brave –
wiping her moistened brow
and spritzing her with dew.
She murmured her thanks
but kept her distance.
The cloud’s anger grew into a flurry.
Thunder rumbled in his heart.
Lust replaced with fury.
Turbulence shook the air
as Cumulus surrounded her –
begging her to show some care.
The haughty moon laughed at him –
branding him a fool.
She claimed there was no one
worthy of her love and attention
except for the golden sun.
So, shoo, you silly, wispy cloud!
I could never love you.
Cumulus crumpled and drifted away.
Shame injured him deep inside,
and the giant cloud vaporized.
It rained for several days.
Poet Rummager 
Beatiful photo and words 😀
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Thank you so much! Never trust the moon 🙂
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Beautiful and sad. Loved the final line.
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Thank you! Say a prayer for a cloud every time it rains.⛈ ☔
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I would cry, but I don’t have any tear ducts!
–FlyTrapMan–
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Puhlease — You don’t even like clouds! 😀 I’ll just have a nimbus cloud spritz some dew in your eyes, so you can cry, okay?
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I’m going to invent a CEL (Cloud Evaporation Laser).
–FlyTrapMan–
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Ooh, that sounds cool; although if it’s pronounced “cell,” people are gonna be confused!
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Damn!
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That was a long-lasting cloud! Poor thing to go that way though.
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Lust makes clouds long-lasting 😀 Ah, he made his point by raining on her for several days; although, I wouldn’t call it a golden shower. 😉
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😉
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oh my god
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Hey, at least I didn’t say, “golden bath!”
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😀
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Ahhh…this must be the reason why the rain won’t go away! The Moon is a…wait for it…wait for it…cold-hearted snake! Haha. Sorry. I had to do it. Forgive me.
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I don’t know if I can forgive you! Hahaha!! Damn, all this time you say that silly phrase, and I still fall for it. Shit! I did not expect it. Lol. I’m gonna get you good someday, Fly.
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Ha — I look forward to your attempt! Just don’t be too cold \”/
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When am I too cold? I’m always very nice to you.
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Of course! But I was compelled to stick with this particular theme…associative minds can be annoying. (Yes. I’m talking about myself).
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I was half joking, and the other half was slightly quizzical. Lol. Thank you! xo
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Just look into my eyes and see if I’m tellin’ lies…I don’t play by rules…yup. Okay. I’ll stop.
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🌎 All the world’s a candy store… He’s been trick or treatin’…… 🍬 🍭 🍫
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Girl don’t play the fool now!
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This is my favorite line: co-co-co cold hearted… Oh, ah, ah!
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Now I have the song stuck in my head!
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A wonderfully sad poem Rose. 😢
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Thanks so much. Aw, don’t cry, Alan! Here’s a tissue to wipe your nose. Please use it, darkling!! Ew 😀 ❤
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I know this heart very well
And I seen what happens to a stubborn heart
None of which ends good
Great piece Rose
I love this poem
Lots to think about
As always Sheldon
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Stubborn hearts are just plain stubborn, huh? And mean. I appreciate your lovely words and pondering soul, dear Sheldon. xo
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Stunning write. Vivid and powerfully written.
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Never be cruel to a cloud unless you want it to rain for days. Thank you so much, Andrew! 🌦 ☁️ 🌧 ⛈ 🌩
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I love how this came around. Poor cloud, crying out its pain until its inevitable end.
I love your poetry! You tell quite the story!
Cheers! ^_^
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Thanks Sinister! I enjoy hearing your words and of course, the sweet compliments don’t hurt, either 😀 I’m on Cloud 9! Lol.
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Oh you are punny! 😉
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Excellent poem. I’m pleased you have used one of Monica’s photos, too
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Thank you, Sir Derrick the Knight. Monica’s photo rocks, and as soon as I saw it, I knew I had to have it!! 🌝 ☁️
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i can imagine
those clouds
smiling
to their
poetically
expression
traits 🙂
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Oh, I love smiling clouds almost as much as smiling lions! 😀
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Oh bless, I always feel so sad for losers!! instead of rejoicing with the winners.. Beautifully written poem, dearest Poet.
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Me, too! The Moon was being much too haughty for my liking. Thanks dearest photographer. xo
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Everyone felt bad for the cloud in the comments, but he seemed a little presumptuous to me. Can’t take “no” for an answer. Then he rains all over the place.
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I feel the same way! Well, clouds do rain all over the place, but you’re right; he was a presumptuous puff.
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Full of hot air?
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I think the cloud fulfilled her wish so it vanished for her so she could freely love the sun. : )
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Mr. Positive, I like how you think! 💝 Thanks Francis.
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The picture is beautiful and, you’ve woven such an exquisite story out of it! The moon and the lovelorn cloud…I can imagine the rain as Cumulus’ tears… 🙂
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Thank you, Mani! Yes, you’ve interpreted my poem perfectly. ☁️ 🌧 ❤ ⛈ 🌩
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Descriptively beautiful… brilliang play up of words..
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Thank you very much!
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Reblogged this on ~Tales of Fantasy and Adventure and commented:
Compelled to run with scissors? Check out what gives me shivers…this Poet also happens to be a fellow Washingtonian…creepy…
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So funny. Thank you!
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Poor cloud. He literally cried himself to nothingness. What was he thinking lusting after the Moon in the first place? He’d have done much better with a nice cirrostratus.
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Haha! My sentiments exactly. 😀
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Raining here. Someone has been rejected. Again.
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Lol. The moon is busy, it appears! Thanks for visiting. ☔ 🌜
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🙂
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This is brilliant!
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Never lust after the moon, or they’ll be trouble! Thanks Phoenix 🙂
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Moon was out of Cloud’s league…he should have known better, especially since she already had a “hot” man. Lovely as always, Rose.
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Haha! You are hilarious — loved your rendition. Thanks Mary!
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Better to laugh than cry. 🙂
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Reblogged this on KCJones.
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Wow, Rose! What a beautiful poem. Thank you for using my photo for these amazing lines.
xoxo ❤
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My pleasure, Monica! It was a lot of fun finding the right words to complement your incredible photograph. ❤ 💋
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I am glad to hear that, Rose 💋💋💋
Thanks again ❤
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Such a beautiful piece.
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Sorry! I only saw your comment just now. Thank you! 💐
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You’re welcome.
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I loved this!
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Thank you very much!
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Exactly, great poem, great story, great inspiration! Those clouds spoke with you, no?
Discover what happens at the edges of the clouds:
https://flahertylandscape.wordpress.com/2016/09/11/your-new-path/
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Beautiful babe!!
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