Water

Two parts hydrogen, one part oxygen
We fall from the sky
Destroyers of family picnics
Wished away through children’s nursery rhymes

Don’t underestimate our power
Shape shifters we are

Magical icy crystals
Captivating in white lace
Frosty blankets spread

Ominous sky dwellers 
We approach in thunderous glory
A menacing specter 
Burdens released upon the earth

We fill river basins
Flow with herculean strength
Annihilate all in our path

But don’t judge too harshly
For we also sustain life
Including yours

Inspired by local flooding in our area (southeastern US) and snowstorms further north. More to come…