Category: the year in haiku

Stiff sea-breeze blows.
Wet sand squashes under foot.
Winter won’t stop us.

Try not to react.
Anger hurts only the self,
So choose gentleness.

Let go of the past.
A sieve cannot store water;
Impermanence reigns.

Celebrate progress
With a truly thankful heart;
Then prepare for more.

Mistakes still happen
Despite recognising them;
Forgiveness is key.

A cold clear night sky,
Dogs barking at the bright moon
While the stars twinkle.

Mistakes of the day,
Like fallen leaves blown by wind,
Pass swiftly from view.

Some lessons are hard
Though they may seem obvious.
Real change demands work

When the path is blocked,
Water flows around the rock,
But not straight through it.

There will be failure,
This is inevitable;
Look for the lesson.

Your health is your wealth
To be treated with respect
Regardless of age

True courage is found
In facing life’s challenges
Regardless of fear

Persist and resist;
The stoic’s chosen pathway.
Simple, and yet not

A pause, to take stock.
In much need of reminding
That focus is key