Tag Archives: Poetry

A Haibun: Chukar Partridge

A steep hike up a rocky cliff for a better view of the Great Salt Lake. Strange bird sounds heard in the distance. Where are they coming from? We climb rock after rock seeing nothing, until we are startled by a covey of Chukar rising from the underbrush. Chukar Partridgeswell hidden in the sagebrushmake anContinue reading “A Haibun: Chukar Partridge”

To an Old Friend

We needed not correspond every day Often weeks or months having slipped us by Distance and routines would get in the way Yet the bond felt strong between you and I When times were tough and our hopes were shattered Listening ears or shoulders to cry on In those rare moments we knew what mattered AContinue reading “To an Old Friend”

A Chōka: Dead End?

From new beginnings We flow on the path of change Work and family Promotions, marriage, children But in the endings Great transformation is found Death of a loved one A path’s literal dead end Painful suffering Meaningless and meaningful Brings about new beginnings #Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge, Specific Theme, 10/8/2024 hosted by Sadje. “Write a syllabic poemContinue reading “A Chōka: Dead End?”

Casting Shadows

I sense your uncertainty Threatening am I? My shadows cast at your feet Warning not to enter Perhaps a change of perspective is needed For my branches offer shelter from the true horrors of the world and wisdom lurks in the silence Yes, take a step…  Follow the path I have created See how beams of light shine upon hidden doorsEach there for you toContinue reading “Casting Shadows”

Anticipating the Unexplored

Awake in bed Too early No sign of daylight through shuttered blinds Doze off and on Dark, still… Toss and turn  One eye reluctantly opens for just a peek Light, finally! Blankets hurled I leap out of bed Blinds thrown I’m greeted by the rising sun Blooming over tall mountains Just waiting to be explored W3 PromptContinue reading “Anticipating the Unexplored”