Short Disorder
written by: Karen O’Leary
Lightning flashes,
dance across
the black sky.
Crackling thunder
beats the drum
in primal rhythm.
Branches tossing
in a furious wind
then hush…the dead
littering the yard.
Calm restored in awe.
Karen O’Leary is a writer and editor from West Fargo, ND. She has published poetry, short stories, and articles in a variety of venues including, 'Frogpond', 'A Hundred Gourds', 'bear creek haiku', 'Shemom', 'Creative Inspirations' and 'NeverEnding Story'. She edited an international online journal called Whispers for 5 ½ years. She enjoys sharing the gift of words.
Latest posts by Karen O'Leary (see all)
- Short Disorder - May 1, 2024
- Connecting - February 25, 2023
- Arthritic Tree - October 3, 2022
