The Dog Days of Summer The Summer began in early Spring this yearBringing merciless heat scorching body and earth Cranking air conditioners and spinning fansBeaches and pools crowded with soulsSearching for cooling comfortThe solstice came and wentand the arrival of rainy season gifted reliefAs it slipped into its seasonal patternNow deep into August the skyContinue reading “The Dog Days of Summer”
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Hurricane Season – A Haibun
Hurricane Season August here in the south is so hot you can fry an egg on the hood of your car. The sun burns your shoulders while you hurry from the car to the store and are grateful for some cool air conditioning relief. The humidity is so high you sweat buckets. It is the season forContinue reading “Hurricane Season – A Haibun”
Poetry For Healing 