changing of the robes –
deliberately I go to the neighbour
to hold her child
Shiba Sonome (Tr. Gabi Greve)
a paper lantern in hand
to illuminate her face
Kim M. Russell, 20th February 2019
My response to Carpe Diem #1610 Tan Renga Challenge Month 2019 (14) changing of the robes
In today’s episode we have a haiku by another classical haiku poet, Shiba Sonome (1664-1726), a female Japanese zen poet and acquaintance and friend of Matsuo Bashō.
This was a tricky haiku to work with as I wasn’t sure what it means.
writing in north norfolk 
Very creative. Liked this one.
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😊
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Fabulous! (@—>—)
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Thank you, Dorna!
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Well done. I think the original haiku holds many meanings.
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Thanks Ken. I think the meaning depends on the individual.
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Agreed.
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