Changing Weather

“Life’s not about waiting for the storm to pass…
It’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

Vivian Greene


Original digital surreal art: “Not Quite Rain” by: rob kistner © 9/21/23

 
M oments of not-quite-rain
approach easy and still
a gentle breeze blows
wafting sweet petrichor
tantalizes the nose

but should bad weather come
and there be not-quite-love
tears will cloud your eyes
turbulence dash your heart
as storm clouds split ink skies


Original digital surreal art: “Sky Fury”
by: rob kistner © 9/21/23

*
rob kistner © 9/19/23

Poetry at: dVerse

Poetry at: Poets & Storytellers



This next song, “Bad Weather”, was written by Paul Cotton. Paul was initially a member of Illinois Speed Press. Paul then moved on to Poco to replace Jim Messina, who had left to join Kenny Loggins in Loggins & Messina. Both versions of his wonderful song follow here:

Here he is, Mr. Mojo Risin’ — the Lizard King…

18 thoughts on “Changing Weather”

  1. I like how you’ve taken the song title as a springboard into your flamenca, Rob. The moment before rain is magical. I also like the turn from a gentle breeze and ‘sweet wafting petrichor’ to tears and turbulence. A beautiful metaphor for love.

    1. Thank you Ron. Yes, that limbo of not-quite-love can have an impact that runs the gamut from confused irritating frustration, to devastating broken heart. I been there my friend, in my past. The lady ran a decorative plant service. She would place and upkeep beautiful plants in my home theater showrooms back in the 80’s. We were a handsome, seemingly well matched couple. I was curious, she was curious — but she wouldn’t probe deeper. I just gave up exasperated with the situation. Felt played. A year later I met my Kathleen — so fate blessed me. 🙂

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *