Veld fire
Veld fire
by Kerry Johnston
published by www.fictionaut.com
The crackling inferno sweeps across the ground
Devouring all in its scorching path
Leaving behind the remains of once-long grasses, wild blooms and wilful weeds
Stripping the earth bare to the bone
And not once looking back
Or feeling an ounce of remorse
Yet, all is not lost
For once the smoky blanket has lifted
And the winds have taken away that which is not anchored or determined to stay
The rains will fall, quenching the thirst of this parched land
The sun will stretch out its arms to warm and entice
And new life will surface
With a will to survive
And bear fruit
