Desert Blindness

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sand blistering hot throat parched I need water ah an oasis where could it have went it just upped and disappeared no not a mirage

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Jerry Brotherton

Date: 2/21/2024 5:58:00 PM

There is a reason that I never go into the desert. A great senryu, my friend. Have a wonderful evening, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:35:00 PM

Thanks, Jerry. I wouldn't go out in the desert at my age, probably never find my way out. lol Blessings, my friend. Bill

Silent One

Date: 2/21/2024 12:38:00 PM

You described it very well.. Bill

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:37:00 PM

Thanks, Silent One. A short one today. :-) Have a pleasant evening! Bill

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 2/21/2024 10:56:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your wonderful write with a great picture... Have a great day............

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:37:00 PM

Thank you for reading and commenting on my poetry, Paula. Hugs, Bill

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/21/2024 6:03:00 AM

I like this one and the snapshot that goes along with it. Doesn't seem like a hospitable place to be. I would think it would take a strong person to go there. Thanks for sharing your talent with us and for dropping by my page. Sara K

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:38:00 PM

Enjoyed my visit and thank you for your visit today, Sara. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 2/21/2024 4:38:00 AM

Dear Bill, What a delightful Senryu! I really enjoyed the wording and the theme. It made me think about so many deserts that I have been to. Thanks for lighting up my morning. - Blessings, Daniel

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:42:00 PM

You're welcome, my friend. Sara and I used to run out through the desert outside of El Paso, Texas. I trained my cross-country runners in the sand dunes to build endurance and mental toughness. Thanks for reading and commenting on my poetry, Daniel. Have a great week! Bill

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 2/21/2024 2:56:00 AM

your Senyrus reminded me of our running days in the Chihuahuan desert--the blistering hot sun and parched throats and, of course, the 'spider.' The need for water (perhaps the metaphorical waters of life) can be intense while journeying through the deserts of our lives? Hm..my mind is racing. Outstanding, dear hubby! Love your creativity and your mind! hugs, me

Bill Baker
Date: 2/21/2024 9:39:00 PM

Love yours too, my soulmate. Love, Bill