Storm Watch – A Poem by Caro Henry

A journey to the edge of the world, where the sea crashes with thunder and the storm holds unspoken truths.

On the edge of the world, Caro Henry stands alone, facing a storm both fierce and revealing. “Storm Watch” pulls us into a chaotic world where the sea roars beneath, and the horizon trembles with fate. Ready to join the storm and share your thoughts?

Storm Watch
by Caro Henry

On the edge of the world, I stand alone,
the sea roars beneath me, a restless beast;

its waves crash like thunder, a symphony
of chaos, churning in the gray embrace
of storm clouds, heavy with unspoken truths.

I feel the weight of the air, thick and charged,
as lightning dances, a warning in the dark.

The horizon trembles, a line of fate,
where sky meets water, where dreams dissolve
like salt in the brine, swept away, forgotten.

I gaze into the depths, seeking answers,
but only the wild wind answers my call;

its voice a haunting echo of my thoughts,
reminding me of the fragile thread I walk,
of life, of loss, of the inevitable.

Each breath is a battle, each heartbeat a choice.

Standing firm against the tempest’s embrace,
I ponder the fleeting nature of existence,
the storm, a mirror reflecting my own strife;

and I am but a shadow on this cliff,
waiting for the storm to break, to free me.

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✍️ About the Author

Caro Henry, a Caribbean American and the award-winning author of The Edges and Immigrant Dreams, is naturally connected to the rhythmic soul of the Caribbean. The soulful beats of the islands, the harmonious tunes of reggae music, and the colorful tapestry of the native patois of her birthland, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands influenced her upbringing.

In her latest collection, Immigrant Dreams, Caro explores the experiences of individuals who have left their homelands in search of a better life. This poetry collection reflects themes of hope, resilience, and transformation, honoring journeys shaped by necessity, whether fleeing persecution, escaping poverty, or facing climate change.

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