Friday, August 2, 2019

Irreducible Haiku



Down a cat-shaped hole
Moving through the universe
Rodents disappear.


10 comments:

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    1. Most kind, Susan. Thank you. I've tried to distribute the traditional custom of ampliative induction across all 17 syllables instead of the closing 5. Given another century, I might succeed.

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  2. Ah, but occasionally they leave the staring eyed head, just to let the others know. Shame I'm no good at haiku. That's a lovely thought.

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    1. Dear Joanne, thank you. I sometimes think of those eyes as stars in another cosmos, but I like your idea too --maybe they are both!

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  3. Nice work there Geo
    Haiku is a joyous read
    Thanks for the smile

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    1. My pleasure, Tom. Your kind comment shows an enjoyment of the form.

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    1. Thanks, Arleen. I was just thinking the same about you.

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  5. … or … "A bereft grey mouse

    Lies bedraggled at my feet

    A gift of friendship."
    Haiku by Marshall Arisman.

    Wishing you a very happy summery Sunday, friend Geo. Love, cat.

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    1. Dear Cat, I love the haiku, and thoroughly agree with its message. Felines sometimes leave these treasures for us. It's not like they can send me a greeting card

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