The Snowflake Chronicles

August Random Thoughts 5

1

I am living in the 21st century,
I deposit my checks at the ATM,
I use the self-checkout at the supermarket,
Now all I need is an
Individual transportation device
And I would not need to drive a car.

2
Thursday Memories of My Mother

I suppose it has to be this way,
like clouds
moving across the desert
randomly hiding the sun
without cooling the air
or depositing rain.

The memories arrive
in groups
and flocks
remain for a few moments
and then depart
leaving behind
unshed tears.

On Thursday afternoon,
when the central air
hides lesser noises behind
air current echoes,
I remember
the song she sang
in her last years on Earth
I smile,
I cry,
I am grateful
for the sudden arrival
of memories.

3

Crooked crescent moon,
Venus shines through morning clouds:
Will it rain today?

4
Friday's Haiku

cloudy morning skies
the promise of Friday rain
or a dreary day

raindrops fall from sky
without thunder's announcement
no lightning flashing

5

Rain in Las Vegas,
Is there a flash flood warning?
Need to check the news.

6
Isolated Thunderstorms in Las Vegas

Do I hear thunder?
A distant rumble echoes,
I see no lightning.

Raindrops gently fall
Making the slick asphalt shine,
Driving dangerous.