This reminds of great advice given to me by myriad mentors: to become a better writer, read more, read deeply, delight in great writing.
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Sunday Morning Haiku, February 16, 2020
dawn’s light with pink hints
birds wake and continue life
a sauntering cat
A Haiku From Today’s Walk
Tonight’s Haiku: February 14, 2020
so much I recall
sunlight streams in through windows
chatter of songbirds
Memories of joy, of sadness, all flow at random moments. When my mind floats free I rediscover history, these elements within, forgotten but not lost.
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Today’s Black History Month Meditation: Rita Dove
Great advice for the new poet…and for the old. Of course today we always have our phone with us, capturing our thoughts, poem scraps along with photos. There’s research supporting pen-and-paper’s superiority, for what that’s worth. Ultimately, the best solution is the one you use. As long as you’re confident in capturing your ideas, your brain can focus on creation.
A haiku about self doubts
garbage in my brain
insecurity’s drivel
damaging my dreams
So many negative feelings. Why things lije self doubt dominates our brain cycles eludes me. But I seek to overcome this.
Seattle Pre-Dawn: A Haiku
jet growls overheard
with rain falling gracefully
awaiting the dawn
Sitting here, finishing a poem, while preparing for my day.
Today’s Black History Month Meditation: Audre Lorde
Audre Lorde quote
I adore this quote. I, too, see self-care as a radical act, Ms. Lorde’s words sing to me. I
Tonight’s Haiku: February 12, 2020
dawn’s approach
dancing through the clouds
birds boldly calling