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A Triad of Haiku III


Small, Unctuous frog,

Squatting on his lily pad,

Only yawns to eat.
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Gaudy cherry trees,

Fearful of a rising wind,

Grip their blossoms tight.
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The stream's headwaters

Have not yet seen the valley;  

Nor we yet Heaven.
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Valsa George

August 24, 2025 at 10:05 PM

I love these haikus, especially the last one . The stream, originating from the mountains and travelling to the valley hasn't seen it yet, we too in our pilgrimage is yet to reach heaven.

John Fleming

August 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM

Thanks, Valsa. I have to say...that I am quite pleased about the last one; and you are spot on with your comments! :) john

Jim Slaughter

August 8, 2025 at 10:08 AM

Love these, John.

John Fleming

August 10, 2025 at 5:22 AM

Many thanks, Jim - much appreciated! :) john

Rowena Velasco

August 6, 2025 at 7:09 AM

John, this triad is quietly stunning. Each haiku carries its own distinct weight and image, yet they thread together beautifully. The last one especially gave me pause—what a profound way to end. Really enjoyed this set.

John Fleming

August 6, 2025 at 8:39 AM

You are most generous in your praise, Rowena. I am sincerely thankful. Warmest regards! :) john

Anne Winter

August 5, 2025 at 10:33 PM

Wonderful haiku series, I really enjoyed reading these brilliantly written haikus! Best, Anne

John Fleming

August 6, 2025 at 8:37 AM

Thank you very much, Anne. Your kind comments are gratefully received! :) john

CayCay Godwin

August 5, 2025 at 8:06 PM

Well thought out food for thought. You made me think, dog gone it. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

John Fleming

August 6, 2025 at 8:36 AM

Hi, CayCay. Pleased they provoked a positive reaction. Many thanks! :) john

Sotto Poet

August 5, 2025 at 10:53 AM

Wonderful haiku series, John. Very well written. Every one of them has depth, and I admire that.

John Fleming

August 5, 2025 at 11:05 AM

You are most kind, Sotto Poet - many thanks! :) john

Millard Lowe

August 4, 2025 at 4:55 PM

Wow! Such beautiful Haiku canvassing, John! Over the years, Haiku has become an addiction of love for me; likewise has the Senryu. These styles of writing resonate with me in so many ways. This Triad Of Haiku III, my mind and eyes, have taken at least 4 snapshots of. Thanks for the share. I enjoyed sitting here watching the scenes of 1 and 2, and the divine wisdom streamed in 3. ONE. Peace and Love.

John Fleming

August 5, 2025 at 1:27 AM

Many thanks, Millard! Your kind comments are always much appreciated - cheers! :) john

sara Etgen-Baker

August 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM

well crafted Haikus, John. I appreciate the depth of the last one...it kind of took my breath away for a second. Have a great evening, Sara

John Fleming

August 5, 2025 at 1:24 AM

Thank you for your kind comment, Sara. I too think the last one has the greatest depth. :) john

Andrea Dietrich

August 4, 2025 at 11:36 AM

ahhh, these are lovely and profound

John Fleming

August 5, 2025 at 1:21 AM

Thank you, Andrea. I am pleased you think so. I am particularly most happy with the third one. It trys to convey to the reader a 'leap of faith': although the streams headwaters have never seen a valley...they still know it is there; likewise, a person who has a strong, unshakable faith does not have to see Heaven to know that it, also, is there. :) john