paper wishes fly
in a blossom-scented breeze
goodbye to winter
Kim M. Russell, 10th January 2019

My response to Carpe Diem #1581 Setsubun
Today we are being inspired with a classical kigo: setsubun, the last day of winter, which features ritualistic chasing of devils out of the house, allowing good luck for the spring (the traditional New Year), it also marks the beginning of spring. It’s traditionally believed that the spirit world comes closer to our world at this time of year. Strips of paper with people’s wishes inscribed on them are placed over lanterns.
Reblogged this on Frank J. Tassone and commented:
#Haiku Happenings #2: Kim’s latest haiku for Carpe Diem!
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Thanks for the reblog, Frank!
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Fantabulous poem, Kim! (@—>–)
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Thank you, Dorna! 😉
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I like that you included paper wishes, Kim.
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So lovely Kim!
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Thank you, Linda!
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That’s a real nice setsubun haiku Kim.
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Thanks Kristjaan.
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