drift off

perfect, the rain day falling
over flint and cast as steel
coffee steam rising and
a wish of your here
— and knowing your why

whisper water on pavement
hush, don’t wake up the us
slumber undercover and
d r i f t o f f —

12 responses to “drift off”

  1. Bob Avatar

    We’re expecting rain tomorrow. This poem will be perfect for then.

    1. michael raven Avatar

      We have some of it here 🙂

      1. Bob Avatar

        I’m always putting pressure on myself to be doing something. Rainy days are a perfect reason to just stay home and read a book.

  2. chrisnelson61 Avatar

    A very evocative piece, Michael. Sometimes rain can bring a sense of calm reflection…and sometimes just melancholy!

    1. michael raven Avatar

      Perhaps both in the same breath.

      1. chrisnelson61 Avatar

        Yes, I tend to agree.

  3. Bridgette Avatar

    Really love this, so dreamy. Man, I hope it rains here soon.

    1. michael raven Avatar

      Here’s to hoping both of us get some. It’s been terribly dry here as well.

  4. The Creative Chic Avatar

    Oh I love this, so cozy and dreamy

    1. michael raven Avatar

      Thank you Jennifer. 💙

  5. shredbobted Avatar

    That is delightful.

    1. michael raven Avatar

      Thank you, Ted 🙏

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