~ Colleen’s opening Hokku an empty atticthe sound of April showersthunderous rumblings ~ my Waikku response stormy clouds build overhead pouring out springtime treasures ~ ~ my Hokku abundant blossoms emergent green sprouting forth April rain brings life ~ This week I joined Colleen’s #TankaTuesday’s 24Seasons Syllabic Poetry challenge. The challenge is to write a Renga…
~ the first frost tonight witches and warlocks converge for All Hallows eve ~ Halloween magic haunting, hallow, and humor hunter’s moon fading ~ This haiku above is for the latest seasonal poetry challenge from Colleen called First Frost. My kigo words are first frost, Halloween, and hunter’s moon. I was invited to a Halloween…
~ a hunt for treasure tiptoeing through the forest mind and heart as one foraging for the beauty reminders of nature’s grace ~ ~ ~ Thankfully, I went out for a hike last week. Time in nature always soothes my mind and soul, especially when I slow down to look for and appreciate the beauty…
~ a week at the beach full of sun, sand, and water time rich with silence waves of life washing over the rhythmic pace of beach vibes ~ Overall, I’m happy for my week at the Outer Banks of North Carolina with some family time. The logistics could have been better, but we made the…
~ dear Agnew a cool grace plus inner strength no pushover here daring them to challenge a display of fortitude questions victorian mores confronting men with quiet resolve a feminist before there was a name ~ This week I was inspired by the painting of Lady Agnew and Diana’s wonderful example of a stacked etheree;…
~ my secret lover silken petals unfolding mild sweet aroma ~ velvet treasures loom soft blossoms invite contact sprouting in my heart ~ I was given an amaryllis bulb this winter that I planted indoors to see what would happen. Thankfully, it has blossomed with soft white blossoms. This variety has a very subtle scent…
~ the album begins music washes over me soul connections fire tingles ignite my body feeling very groovy now ~ I had forgotten how much music can impact me. I listen to music all the time, especially while driving for my courier job. But rarely do I sit and listen to an album like I…
~ delicate blossoms sensual shapes and colors vibrating with life nature’s beauty unfolding a symphony for the heart ~ Flowers have gotten me through many a dark time. They bring me such joy with their vibrant colors, delicate petals, sensual shapes, and ephemeral beauty. Flowers remind me to cherish the moment and give thanks for…
~ Our leader vocalizes with a series of clicks, squeeks, and whistles, signaling it is time to find our meal. The pod moves in synch as we speed off, echolocate, and swarm our target. We herd the fish; circling, splashing, and condensing the mass. Then we dive in to feast. After eating, we float and…
~ traipsing through the fields geese celebrating their mates wildflowers in bloom resplendent springtime display beautiful moments today ~ I explored a lake near me for the first time. At first, I was disappointed by all the trash around the marina and fishing areas. Then, as I walked the hiking trail around the lake, the…
writing to freedom 