After the Storm

A High-ku Poem

By M.J. CarlockPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read

Photo by Patrick Robert Doyle on Unsplash

The crisp morning air,

Fills my lungs, and steals my breath,

Atop the mountain.

inspirational nature poetry

About the Creator

M.J. Carlock

I find that words are powerful; regardless of their form, they carry influence over our lives, and we must wield their power with both wisdom and heart.

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