There's a hole in the roof through which the weather gets in
Drips from an outside storm falling in a basin of tin
It's left a stain of rusted rain running in rivulets before they fall
A song of what's wrong drumbeats measured in each metallic call
A leak has left the timber weak rotting the wood
A creak by the streak on timber once good
Dark spot that shows dry rot, form tempests and showers
A beam once strong that won't last long, days or hours
Rain and sun enter as one, through a hole where a roof had been
damage neglected becomes disaster expected as all falls in
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Offline) - Published: May 20th, 2026 03:11
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Comments6
Everyday disaster melody ...
Thank you Lorenz for the review and so it would seem. "Rainy days and Mondays" sung by the Carpenters
good write my friend, could also be describing the human body as it grows old and damaged
Thank you so much Norman for the review and interpretation. Yes indeed it could. Your words are most appreciated
you are most welcome
Nothing lasts forever I guess. The Natural conditions and weather make sure of that.A thoughtful well constructed piece.Enjoyable
Thanks so much David for the review and comment it is deeply appreciated
Once we were the strongest beam, but through time weakness moved in.
Now we wait for the inevitable which we know is just around the corner.
Now, what song will bring the house down quickly.
Thank you Paul for your review and interpretation it is most appreciated yes neglect and decay always lead to a downfall.
A great metaphor in here imagery is superb.your last stanza is very powerful. 🌹
Thank you so much my dear friend you picked up on the metaphor and indeed it is correct. I appreciate your read and comment Teddy
What eventually happens is what has been allowed and what has been allowed is often deemed as having been invited 🙏🏻🕊️
Thank you Cryptic for the review and comment it is always most appreciated. You said it right and most clearly
Most welcome dear friend 🙏🏻🕊️
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