demanding my trust
grinning that sinister smile
I remain wary
“Benevolent” is today’s Word of the Day challenge. As I spent part of today reading the news, my trust in self-stated benevolence has evaporated.
Benevolent, A Senryu
Tag: poem
A Saturday Morning Haiku
dawn hidden by clouds
crow’s vociferous debate
I return to sleep
Crows created quite a ruckus this morning. A multitude gathered, some kind of mass debate. Congress arguing tax cuts. They abruptly dissolve. My mind drifts back to dreams.
Wisdom Learned: A Senryu
Early in the morning remembering the actions I regret. Unwilling to learn from my elders caused so much heartache. Eventually I learned this bit of wisdom:
- a wise person learns from their mistakes
- a wiser person means from the mistakes of others
- the wisest person learns from the successes of others
Also I figured out that I learn more by listening than talking.
So, I’m getting there. The journey is ongoing.
Today’s Black History Month Meditation: Saeed Jones
Mr. Jones launched into my view via Debbie Millman’s Design Matters podcast. His charm and ebullient manner shined brightly.
I find Saeed Jones’ work evocative and insightful. His meter and flow challenge me and my own work. I hope you find his work delightful too.
Calmness with the dark: tonight’s haiku
Looking to the sky
As I’ve returned, again, home
Calmness with the dark
A Happy Birthday Haiku
As I expect most of you know, I have a thing for writing haiku. I actually have a whole blog dedicated to them. They’re fun and packed with meaning in such a small package.
Since today’s my birthday, it seemed like a fun subject.
Anyway, enjoy! And enjoy the day. Seattle’s looking to have quite a lovely one.
One last #haiku before I sleep
Dawn’s distance feels far
Yet its approaching quickly
Time to embrace sleep
Textures
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Blooms
Within my garden
Springtime announced in glory
Soon the petals fall
Haiku: April 3, 2019
In this daylight
Work flows from fingers
Will the rains clean the street?