An evening of rain by Padmaja Battani

February 9, 2023
Poem title: An evening of rain Poet name: Padmaja Battani Poem: You saw me walking In the rain holding My broken umbrella Folded and inoperable Rainwaters ruthlessly Drenching me Once I used to enjoy The rain, splashing water Caressing my face, Aroma of rain-soaked Earth filling my heart You invited me into Your humble haven Offering a worn towel To dry my dripping hair You made tea And handed a steaming Cup with an apology For missing sugar and milk Raindrops drumming Accustomed tunes, Warmth from your smile And the tea tasted Precisely like the one Mother used to serve us When there was no supper End of poem. Credits and bio: Copyright © Padmaja Battani Previously published in Trouvaille Review. Padmaja Battani is a Canadian living in Connecticut She received an MA in English Literature. Her work has appeared in Sierra Poetry Festival, Trouvaille Review, New Pages, Poetry Pause, Coffee People Zine, Bitchin’ Kitsch, Black Cat Magazine and elsewhere. Her latest passion is hiking. She is currently working on a Poetry Collection.