AN APPROACHING STORM

An overview of blue sky suddenly disappears with the arrival of roving dark clouds
Day turns to night within minutes
Calm, dry air turns into a strong, cool breeze
It causes the trees to sway back and forth in unison
A loud, whistling sound is provided for all to hear
These are the signs of a force of nature on the precipice of looming danger about to happen

Look up at the sky
A ominous sight
The end of days in the guise of darkness
Flashes of lightning
The distinct smell of impending rain
Take cover
Find shelter
The first teardrops from heaven begin to fall
A storm is no longer coming...
It is here

Author's Note

A few days ago, I was walking through downtown Houston and the weather turned so fast, it really looked like it could have been the end of the world, But we only got a few sprinkles and the sun came back out later on that day. This story was inspired by the first few hours of the morning

Reviews

[Laurierose]

There was an ominous air around this piece. The description of the storm was so realistic it seemed almost virtual, like I could actually feel the cool air replace the humidity. I've often pondered over this as well. When storms stir and creep up on seemingly bright days, it's as if something dark is looming. It's in that moment we know that a storm is as sure as the approaching night. You've captured something grand here with flawless imagery. Great read.

[Ms Paragon]

Realistic representation of the approaching storm.I also like the ending.The storm is no longer coming it is here!Well done!

[Zoya]

I really liked it!
The second stanza was so so intense, with a total killer ending.
'The distinct smell of impending rain' - i could smell that already!
Wonderfully written.

[Cherrie Palmer]

You all have had some weather.
For years I lived in tornado alley, you never know about nature. When she's not trying to kill ya she dazzling us with her splendor

[Dave]

The "tricks" that Nature sometimes pulls on us mortals.
I can almost feel the terror of the quickly darkening
sky. Ominous flashing of lightning accompanied by the
thunderous roar of thunder. I feel your relief when
you realize it was all bluster.

Take care - Dave

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Love the drama and the imagery of the storm arriving. Great real-time step-by-step presentation, flow, rhythm- sights sounds, smells. You paint the sky and we feel the rain as it falls. I have seen this type of rain in Florida and the “end of days” reference is so on-point. Excellent write.