Twilight.
Thunder rumbles in the distance.
I stay outside to watch the clouds.
They are beautiful in darkening majesty.
They move swiftly and change with the wind.
I turn to look at my porch,
beckoning me to come and watch the outside from the inside.
Jennie
About Jennie
I have been teaching preschool for over forty years. This is my passion. I believe that children have a voice, and that is the catalyst to enhance or even change the learning experience. Emergent curriculum opens young minds. It's the little things that happen in the classroom that are most important and exciting. That's what I write about.
I was a live guest on the Kelly Clarkson Show. I am highlighted in the seventh edition of Jim Trelease's million-copy bestselling book, "The Read-Aloud Handbook" because of my reading to children. My class has designed quilts that hang as permanent displays at the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia, the Fisher House at the Boston VA Hospital, and the Massachusetts State House in Boston.
A Teacher's Reflections 
I felt I was there with you, but might well have stayed outside in the cold, listening to the rumble of the thunder.
Best wishes, Pete.
Thanks, Pete. The good news is our porch is screened from top to bottom, so it’s like being outside.
I love moments like this
I’m so glad!
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What a lovely porch.
Thank you. It’s my favorite ‘room’ in the house.
I can relate, mine is too 🙂
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The poem and the photo work so well together. I always like to stay safe inside. So do my dogs.
Thanks, Darlene. I do, too.
Love your porch, Jennie. We had one at the coast but could only use it in the spring and fall. We had lovely dinners out there.
Thanks, John. It is our favorite ‘room’. We can use ours early fall and late spring as well as summer.
I always enjoyed it.
So atmospheric, Jennie!
Thanks, Ritu!
Storms have an elemental power – like sunsets and rainbows. Compulsive.
Well said, Opher!
What a beautiful room! Perfect for storm watching…
I feel the same way. Thanks, Pam.
Absolutely stunning view, Jennie! Your words are beautifully weaved and there’s so much comfort to be seen and felt in this stormy twilight! 💕
Thanks so much!
You’re welcome, Jennie! 💕🌈
Always good to change one’s perspective by looking at things differently.
Yes, it is!
Nice to be inside looking outside when there’s a storm.
Yes, it is. It’s also nice to be outside just before the storm hits.
Just LOVE your porch, Jennie!! I dream of having one like this one day. What a beautiful post! Thank you. xo
Thank you, Amy. It’s where I want to be, with nature all around. It’s cosy and filled with so many things, all love. I’m out here most every evening (like now)❤️.
Lovely poem, Jennie, and a great photo of your welcoming warm porch. You must love sitting there on these warm evenings. Hugs
Thank you, Diana. Yes, I do!
Nature in any form is majestic indeed!
Yes!
Hi Jennie, this is lovely 🌼
Thank you, Robbie.
That’s lovely, Jennie. The scene and your words.
Thank you, Dan. I’m glad you enjoyed both.
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Beautiful landscapes of nature. I love going for walks and taking photos of the small gestures of nature. These walks give us life, they regenerate us to continue creating and continue living. Thank you!
Well said!