By: James G. Piatt

After the spring gales have
vanished, after the
prevailing winds faded into
the lead gray horizon,
downy white clouds
scudding noiselessly with
heavy sodden loads drop
their burdensome weight
In lush pastures far below:

Storm tossed seeds rooted
in the damp earth begin to
Grow under the plentiful sun.
Yellow, and brilliant, the
Sun’s rays topple from the
heavens, leaving a soft,
warm blanket on the earth,
lying down the platform
for the entrance of multi-
colored flowers, and
peaceful hours of summer.

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Dr. James G. Piatt has had two poetry books, “The Silent Pond” (2012) and “Ancient Rhythms” (2014), and over 600 poems published. His third poetry book will be released in 2015. His poem, “I Am” was nominated for a 2014 Pushcart award, his poem, “The Night Frog” was nominated for best of web 2013, his poem, “In The Meadow,” was selected as 1 of
the 100 best poems of 2014, and his poem, “Teach Me” was selected for the 2014 poem of the year award at Long Story Short. His books are available on Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.