A snail, body stretching out of shell, on damp dirt background
The desire to soften. To be vulnerable. To open up.
Right when the world seems to be saying nope…
Haiku 29
April 29
Buh bye, comfort zone
Snail stretches beyond himself
Can he trust this world?
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Saffron, garbanzos
Mediterranean sun
And sea in my bowl
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Mr. Bee snuggles
Antennae meet antennae
Where’s the nectar hoard?
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The perfect excuse
Furry feline lap napper
Guess I’m stuck here now
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Pale stems break the soil
Arrows of green unfold to keep
An ancient promise
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I’m growing teppary beans, an indigenous food crop, thru Seed Savers Exchange. They are supposed to thrive in hot, dry conditions.
Grackles shriek and scatter
Circle, alight and chatter
A chorus of gossip
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How do you know when
It’s time to cut your losses
Aim for the next chance?
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Parsley and arugula are bolting now. I’m fascinated by the way plants decide it’s time to put their energy into tithe next generation.
In Greta’s back yard
Circle of song and friends is
Holy communion
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Gathered on the lawn
Chanting, singing, bearing signs
We the people rise
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Invading army
Green spears rise daily, hourly
Unstoppable force
Friends don’t let friends plant bamboo. #lizsharespoems #30daysofhaiku #nationalpoetrymonth
A bridge stretches the river. Cars drive on the bridge. A rowing shell on the water passes under the bridge. The sky is blue, dotted with clouds.
Haiku 15
April 15, 2025
Heavy with hurry
Rush hour on the river
Rowers catch and stroke
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Gangly spiky leaves
Rosette of thorn tipped petals
Hides the tender heart
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Receipts, forms, statements
Worksheets, hours & hours &. hours
Push send and exhale
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#nationalpoetrymonth #taxseason
Green anole lizard on a wooden fence
Haiku 12
April 12, 2025
Leather coat, pink throat,
aggressive gym bro push-ups?
He’s a real stand-out!
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Tiny invader
Cowers behind bushy tail
Cat watches and waits
A bonus haiku today as I missed a couple of days. No photo cuz as this drama unfolded I was completely focused on getting the 🐿️ out of my house and safely outside. #lizsharespoems #30daysofhaiku #nationalpoetrymonth
Uninvited, still
You show up year after year
In purple splendor
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Once a feral creature
Now a snuggling lap cat
Reveling in touch
… but only from me, to be clear.
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A sea of people
Chanting, singing, waving signs
For democracy
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A fresh stack of books
Words, sounds, lively luscious art
Worlds to discover
My #txla25 stack! #lizsharespoems #30daysofhaiku #nationalpoetrymonth
Lean back, extend legs
Pull upright, bend knees and test
Gravity’s limits
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With kudos to Senator Cory Booker.
25 hours.
A peoples’ constitution?
Transition session.
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Comfy shoes, snacks, phone
Audiobook on the road
I’m TLA bound
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More discussion about this practice over the next few days but it’s nearly bedtime (I don’t have the staying power of Cory Booker!) so without further ado…
Haiku 1
April 1, 2025
Inside a cabbage
an etching of an old oak
plants a seed in me
Sun and wind power
Dry blankets, sheets and towels
You’re welcome ERCOT
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#texasgridhaiku
#solarpower
Swollen after rain
The creek finds its voice again
Silent no longer
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If Bluesky supported video, you could hear the rushing water. Someday…
Some days I want to
Take on the world. Others, just
To put my feet up.
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Guitar, piano
Voices rise, fall, dance, sway, sing
Vibrating as one
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There aren’t really words for how delicious it is to play music with good musicians. But I tried. @debbieohi.com
This bowl in my hands
Lentils and spices, a balm
For body and soul
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I’m enjoying soup weather for as long as it lasts.
Spread love and laughter
Stand up for democracy
Live long and prosper
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A rich and inspiring conversation with George Takei was the perfect way to end #txla24.
