The Beginning At Last

Pompeii

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Kevin
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No Theme Thursday: 09.05.24

A city once so strong and proud

Lies buried ‘neath an ashen shroud

Pumice rain from mouth of Hell

The mountain starts to shake and swell

As panicked hordes attempt to flee

A devil’s cauldron flows so free

A testament to Nature’s ways

We are witness to the final days

©The Beginning At Last

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14 responses to “Pompeii”

  1. Mary K. Doyle Avatar
    Mary K. Doyle

    Yes. A testament to nature’s way. Excellent, Kevin.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much, Mary. 🙏

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  2. Laura Avatar
    Laura

    Damn nature, you scary 😱 🌋

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      She can be indeed. 🌋

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  3. My Mindfulness Journey Blog Avatar
    My Mindfulness Journey Blog

    The poem about Pompeii is really evocative and captures the tragic events with powerful imagery. The description of the city being buried ‘neath an ashen shroud is haunting. You really convey the sense of impending doom and chaos. Thanks for sharing this powerful piece.

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  4. Tashintheclouds Avatar
    Tashintheclouds

    I remember the casts of the bodies — nature is often merciless. A good reminder, Kevin.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Thank you very much, Tash. Much appreciated 🙏

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  5. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Great reminder that nature has many faces!

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Indeed she does. And when the wrong one shows itself, it rarely ends well.

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      Kevin

      👍

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  7. Kymber Hawke Avatar
    Kymber Hawke

    I’ve always wanted to see a volcano without getting killed in the process. I love your poem about Pompeii.

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    1. Kevin Avatar
      Kevin

      Yes I would prefer not to die during the experience lol

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      1. Kymber Hawke Avatar
        Kymber Hawke

        LOLOL 😀 😀

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