No Fear
The rain has left puddleprints
along the sidewalks
and in the streets,
gurgling through the drains
like a song to the sky
No one is out walking
but you and I,
delightfully sprinkled
but not sodden
in our sneakers and coats
The rain fears nothing,
not even the sunniest days
when it becomes only a dream
waiting for new clouds
to bring it forth again
The newbud scent
of mulch and flowers
dances through the air,
reminding us, it’s a fine thing
to breathe deeply
No matter how much human fear
clings to houses and cars,
the rain shrugs wetly
and keeps making puddles
of sheer joy
Love this! Love you!