Rainbow

As soon as I saw the rainbow
I knew the day would be fine.
Admiring the resplendent glow,
suddenly I was on cloud nine.

I had this unwavering belief:
that the sun would again reign
and bring back welcome relief 
to those suffering from strain.

I enjoyed the colourful show 
hoping the elation would last
and I could forget the blows
that I had suffered in the past.

I'll have to meet old friends
and with them wine and dine,
to atone and make amends
having been given a lifeline.

It's great how nature moves
even a man most depressed
and how its beauty soothes
the heart of those oppressed.

Now that happiness ensues
it is with certainty that I know
that the transformation is due
to a brief glimpse of the rainbow.

© Luigi Pagano 2018