Lightning!
Bodyless energy blazing pure
essence of Nature, astral totality
bloodcurdling vibration of Her cry.

A thousand shards by Earth absorbed
a whip cracked against the soil
a blade shot through a prism
mythical awakening face to the wind.

Life and movement of ethereal particles
indomitable power of the universe
heavenly warrior of speed unmatched
parting the veils of the atmosphere.

Earth opens Her bossom
to your invincible blaze
fusion of fire, wind and water.

Lightning!
Heavenly life-giver
adamant in your intentions
your unstoppable impulse
sets the mystery loose.

Ode to the Lightning
by Cindy Aixmar Salgado