Monday, May 24, 2021

Drowned Fisherman


His family gathered, after learning he died
The village boats had left under dark skies
A family needs to eat, even with the storms
Clouds gave portent, they were forewarned
The catch must happen, if by line or by net 
The fishermen returned, each soaking wet
In storms at least some fish can be caught
And without food a new horror is wrought
His boat turned over, as he let out a scream
A village weeps, writing life's new tragedy