Dragon Fire (poem) by Ch'erie de Perrot on AuthorsDen

Dragon Fire
by Ch'erie de Perrot → (All Poetry by Ch'erie de Perrot)
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I haven't been able to get my head around any writing since the Horror started on the 7/09/09 here in Australia, but today I will attempt to convey some feelings..In Loving Memory of all who died, and those who lost loved ones. A Survivor's remark, inspired this title!!

Dragon Fire! It circles overhead, with a determined destination pin pointed accuracy, delights with salivation Throws out a lick, where it's prey reside unknowing soon emerges an inferno, death's wake ever growing No Time to Run for Shelter It's full on Helter Skelter A Tsunami of Fire emerges Radiant heat forward surges Razed to the ground ,instantly incinerated People, Homes, Pets alike, no boundaries, inundated Many see destruction coming Flee, panic stricken, adrenaline pumping Some make it by the skin of their teeth others, later will wear that well known wreath Indiscrimate launches from the Arsonist clown moves steathily from town to town Merciless, though it's match is clear for Winged Angels come, surrounding a certain sphere Dragon Fire plays monopoly, maximizing in just one day though sorrow deep, justices shrieks what foul play.... It will meet it's match somewhere, sometime, a very different way! Ch'erie de Perrot Copyright 2009 CAL ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Reviewed by Steve Ralph

Reviewed on August 28, 2023

Excellent poetry, very well written,
Thank you for sharing,
Steve

Reviewed by Sheila Roy

Reviewed on March 7, 2009

This would be horrible to experience. Your descriptions paint the devastation with emotion. Great write.
Sheila

Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner

Somehow, missed this one, Chezza. You describe it aptly - the horror - can't imagine. :(

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Stay safe, 'hear? You are in my prayers-

Reviewed by Elizabeth Hobbs (Reader)

Reviewed on February 13, 2009

If anyone was in doubt, your words make it very clear. You say it so well. Liz

Reviewed by David Delaney

Reviewed on February 11, 2009

G'day Ch'erie, This is so devestating, the worst fires in Australia's history, it's fantastic to see though, the Aussie tenacity to help fellow Aussie's, the old State rivalries put aside to help our mates.
Your poem is a wonderfuly written & a great tribute to those who have not survived & those who forever will relive this hell.

Dave.

Reviewed by Felix Perry

I can tell you my heart ached and my mind worried about all those who were hurt or perished in those blazing infernos but most of all I worried of you and was so glad to hear you had survived Cherry Pie.
hugs
fee

Reviewed by Elizabeth Russo

I cry each time I see the chilling images or hear stories coming out of this tragedy. I keep all of you in Australia in my thoughts and prayers ~ you are all in my heart. God bless ~ Elizabeth

Reviewed by Gwen Dickerson

Our prayers are with you and yours, Ch'erie! May God bless Australia!

Reviewed by Rose Rideout

Stay safe and know you are in our thoughts and prayers Ch'erie. Thank you for sharing your words.

Newfie hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle

A well written poem,take care

Edwin

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

So very sad and tragic, Ch'erie, and our thoughts and prayers are with everyone Down Under.

Reviewed by Ed Matlack

Reviewed on February 10, 2009

I know its been, per news reports and such, very scary down your way & I have been just as scared, worrying for you & your families safety, and just this poem has brought about some relief as now I know you and the kids and the crazy Scot are alright...! God Bless, Ed, Rene & Rufuz (please stay safe)

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Very well done Ch'erie. Interesting and well written story in poetic form. Just my style, I really like this.