I am loving the long, balmy days as we approach the Summer Solstice. I have picked the first cucumber from my garden and the few blueberries that the birds were kind enough to leave for me. I am taking almost daily trips to parks and gardens – staying local as I await the arrival of my second grandchild. Though it is only the beginning of summer, the knowledge that days will soon be growing shorter brings forth a sense of loss.
dance in the garden
possessed by summer spirit
thinning of the veil
dVerse Haibun Monday 6-17-24: Solstice hosted by Frank Tassone
Live while it lasts before the days dies into night again.
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A wonderful reason to stay local! We have been getting outside a lot also.
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Thank you, Melissa! 😊
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I look forward to summer and it seems to leave too quickly, Jennifer. Beautiful haibun expressing the joys of those warm and bright summer days.
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Thank you, Eugi!😊
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Congratulations on your first cucumber of the summer, and I hope you don’t have to wait too long for the new grandchild, Jennifer. I too am feeling that sense of loss in the knowledge that the days will soon be getting shorter again.
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Thank you, Kim! 😊
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I love your joyous celebration of summer! A new grandchild is always exciting!
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Thank you! 😊
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I, too, feel that heartfelt loss, as days diminish following the Summer Solstice. You portray the joy of the season well!
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Thank you! 😊
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I do hope we have lots of cucumbers. I love them. And your haiku!
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Thank you!😊
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How exciting to be waiting for your grandchild as well as enjoying the wonderful season of plenty. Cucumbers sound so delicious. I’m still buying them in the store. 😦
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Thank you. 😊
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Of course, 🙂
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Beautiful, Jennifer. 🦋
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Thank you, Gwen! 😊
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New life is always heartening. Sounds as if you are making the most of summer’s bounty. (K)
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Yes, thank you! 😊
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It sounds like a wonderful start of the summer at your place, Jennifer. 💖
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Thank you, Colleen! 😊
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You’re so welcome.
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