dVerse Poets Haibun Monday

So today’s word to include in the body of your quadrille is “imagine” – or you may use a form of the word.

Having a huge attic of immeasurable treasures, imagination was rampant in my childhood.

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detective with a round spy glass
ballerina dancing in music class
the possibilities amass
when you imagine
riding horses as old cowboys
quiet reading was always a joy
tented blankets on the floor
listening to victrola seventy-eight scores
what child could ask for more?

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Come play with me!

SYW 2-5-24

Here are this week’s mixed bag of questions:

1. What is the first thing you think of when you hear the word “cuddly”? Soft blankets.

2. Would you like to own an exotic pet? If so, what? I had an Amazon yellow nape parrot and he was an amazingly intelligent and wordy pet, with the personality of a three year old.🙄

3. If you were suddenly gifted £1000/$1000, what would you do with it? Pay bills.

4. Do you wear slippers at home? Since I don’t walk I usually wear thick slipper socks at home.

Gratitude: I am so grateful this week that our high school girls’ basketball team made a comeback, playing beautifully against a more mature and masterful team.🏀♥️

Share Your World 5th February 2024

Spring Sea

This week, write the haikai poem of your choice (haiku, senryu, tanka, kyoka, haibun, haiga, renga, etc.) that alludes to spring sea (haru no umi).

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muted offering
spring sea hues seeming lighter
summer brights waiting
warming ocean waters here
all anxious for summer sun

#Haikai Challenge II #5 (2/3/24): spring sea (haru no umi) #haiku #senryu #haibun #tanka #kyoka #haiga #renga #HaikaiChallenge

Six Sentence Story- Game

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The game right now is girls’ high school basketball. The team is comprised of some less fortunate students and this game is an outlet. The game supplies emotional support as well as self esteem. “Only a game” is not the mantra here in this city. Pride in themselves no matter their personal circumstances is in the game. Next time you choose to attend a game, think about the individuals who against many odds, fight together to win.

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Sunday’s Six Sentence Story Word Prompt!

MLMM Sunday – February

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February is a busy month for my family. My oldest son in NJ just had additional surgery, my only daughter has an anniversary and birthday this month and my oldest granddaughter has a birthday as well. Me, my daughter and her daughter are all twenty five years apart. ☺️ Not planned but it’s been great!

Of course it also reminds me of how old I am when my oldest grandson will be thirty this year, whoa! Most of the time I rock along not thinking of my age. That is, until I try to open one of those horrid childproof caps or seal a baggie😂

Have a great new week!

Sunday Confessionals – Checking in with February