A Storm called Frank

On a flood soaked plain they tried in vain
To stop the river’s rising high
With sandbags filling weakened banks
As the rain clouds hovered in the sky

The winds they raised to gale-force strength
And the heavens opened wide
The seas became a turbulent force
At the rising of the tide

Immersed with sea and heavy rain
The waters pushed inshore
As the people prayed for calmness
But alas it rained much more

And the waters filled the rivers
Overflowing them everywhere
Engulfing people’s houses
Leaving them in much despair

For the waters drowned the bridges
And forced them to succumb
As the bricks and concreted crumbled
With a crashing crunching boom

And those stranded and in danger
Tried their best to stay alive
As the valiant rescue services
Helped those people to survive

As the water’s height rescinded
Showing the damage it left behind
And community spirits lifted
By the helpers of all kind

For the resilience of the people
Showed their courage beyond compare
As they cleaned up all the debris
With new hope for all to share

And they’ll pray to the lord of nature
For their future years ahead
That the storm’s will keep their distance
Leaving happy days instead
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May I wish everyone who visits the FRG site a very happy New Year.
And to all those poor people who suffered from the recent storms and floods may the New Year ease your suffering and help you return to normality, my heart and prayers goes out to you in your plight.

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