Norman Cristofoli

10 Things My Insurance Won’t Cover

Struck by lightning
Swallowed by a Tsunami
Melted by a volcano
Frozen in a blizzard
Roasted in a forest fire
Crushed by a falling comet
Shaken apart by an earthquake
Buried in an avalanche
Swept away by a tornado
Falling in love with you

Rainy Day in Montreal

Somehow, the rain feels fresher
more casual
The leaves seem to dance
instead of droop
Umbrellas are a fashion accessory
as opposed to being a defense
against the elements

The rain even sounds as if
it falls with a French accent

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