The Sibilance Of Showers.

Goldfinch60



As I lay awake listening to nature;

The breeze rustling the leaves,

Just moving them gently, producing a sound

So difficult to discern.

The blackbird singing to his partner

In melodies of wonder and awe;

Soon he sleeps leaving the stage

For the robin, whose wonderful song

Is always there at the end of the day.

Then all becomes still and quiet

Except for the gentle caress of the breeze.

 

Gently, so gently, a new sound is heard

Coming slowly towards me.

A sound of absolute intimacy,

Until at last, my eyes gently close.

And I fall to sleep,

To the sibilant sound of showers.

 

  • Author: Goldfinch60 (Pseudonym) (Online Online)
  • Published: July 22nd, 2026 01:15
  • Comment from author about the poem: Peace is for all.
  • Category: Reflection
  • Views: 23
  • Users favorite of this poem: Cheeky Missy
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  • orchidee

    So you've not fallen asleep lately - no showers? The grass is all parched here. Good write Gold.

    • Goldfinch60

      I have slept but not very well in the heat, roll on winter. Thanks Orchi.

    • Teddy.15

      I'm just about to lose my mind with the heat stroke here, if only we would have some ☔ You have had some glorious weather in the UK but it comes with a price. 🌹

      • Goldfinch60

        Thankyou Teddy. I just cannot stand the heat, as I say to people I start moaning when the temperature gets above 15 degrees.

        Andy

        • Teddy.15

          You and me are the same 😁

        • sorenbarrett

          Beautiful and most relaxing in images of nature. Well done Andy

          • Goldfinch60

            Most kind and much appreciated soren, thank you.

            Andy

            • sorenbarrett

              My pleasure Andy

            • nephilim56 ( Norman Dickson)

              a most relaxing write my friend

            • Cheeky Missy

              Thank you for sharing so beautifully the experience cherished by many, perhaps, and a favourite of mine. Tis almost as good as the thing itself. Very lovely. Thank you again.

              • Goldfinch60

                Thank you for your kind words CM, much appreciated.

                Andy

              • Doggerel Dave

                That the way you cool off - you write these peaceful poems? Good for you, Andy.
                However, if it all becomes too much, then please sit in front of a fan with as few clothes as you can manage, (depending on personal circumstances) and spray yourself with water.
                Then when you have cooled down sufficiently, I'll have another poem, Please.

                • Goldfinch60

                  Thank you Dave, most kind.

                  I do sit in front of a fan with a water spray but the coffee shop do not like it when I strip off. LOL

                  Andy

                  • Doggerel Dave

                    Nah - you can do without prudish coffee shops in time of emergency.
                    You the vanguard of a new movement will revolutionise the imbibing of coffee on the High Street, Andy.



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