Tuesday 17 December 2013

Dew



The frost god exhaled
His hoary breath coated leaves
Dew froze instantly

For the prompt "dew" at Haiku Heights
http://haiku-heights.blogspot.ch

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    1. It was deeply cold when I took this, still is!

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  2. I can almost feel the lines, brilliant..

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  3. a nice thought in your haiku ... the breath of God ...

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    1. Geli, I wish his breath was a little warmer!

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    2. but of course he was warm, then was also the dew away and the sun came out :-)

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  4. This is soooooooooooo good Pea!!!

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    1. Cheryl, awfully kind of you to say so. Thanks.

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  5. really good, such a great image!

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  6. Indeed, this is an excellent Haiku. Your words and photo complement each other. Loved it! :)

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    1. Thanks Balqis, glad you enjoyed my offering.

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  7. What a magical piece..small in itself yet conjured up a wonderfully expansive story ..

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    1. Thanks Jae Rose, I'm glad you liked it. Take care.

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  8. that frost god
    should cover his mouth
    bad manners

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  9. Frozen is the flavor of the season, cleverly done.

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    1. Oh yes it is, but I don't have to like it! Enjoy the season of good will, brrr.....

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  10. You built up a fascinating tale here .... wow :-)

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    1. Amrit, thank you. Take care til next we virtually met.

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  11. "the frost god exhaled" love that...beautiful haiku

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  12. That last line works for me! Great imagery!

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    1. Patricia, thanks. I'm living that hoary dream!

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  13. Your words completed that lovely picture. But even without it this was an amazing haiku!

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    1. Lol, you are very kind. The photo made me think of a mighty Norse God. Have a great Christmas.

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  14. What a brilliant thought Pealogic.. Wonderful ..

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