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Eastern Screech Owl - Haiku

snow swathed twilight woods
     owl’s screech stirs superstition -
          the deer hunter shakes 


Susan Ashley
October 16, 2021

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Ann Cantu

May 21, 2023 at 1:24 PM

Love it! Nature haikus that evoke feeling are the best. You do this well.

Susan Ashley

May 28, 2023 at 8:11 AM

Dear Ann, thank you for sharing your uplifting thoughts! I'm so glad to know this haiku was evocative. That I could stir your imagination to create a visceral response is deeply gratifying. Your visit and wonderful comments are truly appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sara Kendrick

January 2, 2023 at 12:35 PM

I wonder if he thought, "I heard the owl call my name". I enjoyed reading this one today. Around here the hunters do an owl's call to get the deer to come. Strange isn't it. Thanks for sharing this one and for dropping by my page. Sara

Susan Ashley

January 3, 2023 at 10:23 AM

Dear Sara, I love your insightful comments.. yes, maybe the tables were turned on our hunter.. the hunter became the hunted.. fascinating to think upon. Thank you for your wonderful visit, my friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Richard Evans

February 25, 2022 at 11:57 PM

I can see, hear, and feel this poem. All in a few lines. Excellent write Susan.

Susan Ashley

March 10, 2022 at 5:43 PM

Dear Richard, thank you for the pleasure of your visit and for your heartwarming words. Your wonderful presence is truly appreciated. Warmest wishes, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

Victor Buhagiar

November 27, 2021 at 5:27 AM

I could never achieve a haiku with such great imagery. Every line is so meaningful. Thanks for your comment on my poor poem.

Susan Ashley

December 1, 2021 at 9:59 AM

Dear Victor, it is a such pleasure to see you. I am at once humbled yet elated by your precious words. I'm so pleased you found this poem to be wonderful.. that means a lot coming from you, a poet whose heart and artistry I so admire. Thank you, my inspiring friend. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Reason A. Poteet

November 26, 2021 at 1:28 PM

a lot going on in this scene, gotta be careful with a gun in hand. nice jux between nature and human.

Susan Ashley

November 26, 2021 at 1:42 PM

Indeed, Reason, there is a darker undertone beneath the twilight surface. I relish your keen insight. Your rich and textured comments are gratefully received. Warmest wishes, my friend.. ~Susan

Brian Sambourne

November 21, 2021 at 7:31 AM

Wonderfully eerie and evocative of a shadow laden woods. Unexpectedly, the hunter becomes un-nerved. A superb read in 3 lines. Congratulations! Brian

Susan Ashley

November 21, 2021 at 2:37 PM

Indeed, Brian, the tables have turned on the hunter. So glad you enjoyed the eerie atmosphere and startling emotion of this haiku. Your visit and kind congrats fill me with gratitude. Warmest wishes, my wonderful friend.. ~Susan

Regina Mcintosh

November 19, 2021 at 12:52 PM

Gorgeous. God bless you sweet friend with many many more beautiful words. Love sent your way, Gina

Susan Ashley

November 21, 2021 at 1:39 PM

Dear Gina, thank you for inspiring presence. I am filled with gratitude for your wonderful friendship, kindness and heartfelt words. You are treasured, my sweet friend. A cornucopia of warmest wishes and season's blessings sent to find you.. ~Susan

Beryl Edmonds

November 7, 2021 at 7:07 PM

Lovely imagism Susan, so should the deer hunter shake, cruelty to animals is at stake… warm wishes dear friend… Belle

Susan Ashley

November 7, 2021 at 7:14 PM

Indeed, my dear friend, I relish your heartfelt sentiments. Thank you, Belle, for your wonderful visit and for sharing your precious thoughts with me. Both are truly appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Paul Callus

October 24, 2021 at 1:50 AM

The first two lines provide the setting for an eerie chilly atmosphere, Susan. Even the deer hunter is lost for words and bravado! ~ Warm regards & hugs dear friend. // paul

Susan Ashley

October 26, 2021 at 9:15 AM

Dear Paul, I relish your thoughtful and insightful comments, but more than that, I cherish your warm, wonderful presence here. Thank you for sharing in the eerie feelings of this poem with me. You are ever appreciated, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

Brandy Nicole

October 23, 2021 at 8:20 PM

Nature is very inspiring and inviting, along with the tiny creatures that stir about. The scene you have painted is so soft and tender, holding just a hint of mystery. This is beautiful in every way, my dear sweet friend. There is something so intriguing about an Owl, and I love how you describe this moment. Your thoughts leave me in complete awe. Many wonderful blessings to you, sweet poetess. :) Hugs, Brandy

Susan Ashley

October 26, 2021 at 9:12 AM

My dear friend, it is always such a lovely delight when your precious spirit graces my poem. I relish your beautiful response to my poem, Brandy. The beauty of your gifted pen never fails to amaze me, whether it's with your heartwarming comments or your enrapturing poetry. I am honored and humbled by your generous praise, my sweet friend. You leave me inspired, such is the gentle power of your presence. Thank you, your elegance and friendship is deeply appreciated. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Heidi Sands

October 22, 2021 at 7:54 AM

I can see this and feel it. Well done :)

Susan Ashley

October 23, 2021 at 7:46 AM

Thank you, Heidi, for your lovely comments. So nice to see you! :) Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Jennifer Proxenos

October 22, 2021 at 6:46 AM

I wonder, as does the hunter why the owl screeched, is it an ominous visit of a predator like a bear or a wolf, the hunter as so vividly described in your wonderful Haiku, is now wary and afraid. Your choice of words gives a detailed image of this scene. Kudos my friend Susan. Love and hugs poetry sis.

Susan Ashley

October 23, 2021 at 7:57 AM

My dearest friend, I'm so pleased to know that my haiku has stirred your heart's imagination in such a fantastic way! Like you, I like to let my mind wonder.. maybe the hunter is becoming the hunted.. maybe it's all in his mind.. maybe he feels guilty.. maybe he feels vulnerable.. the possibilities are endless ;) Thank you, Jennifer, for sharing your precious thoughts with me. Your comments are beautiful and they are truly cherished. Warmest wishes, love and hugs across the many miles to you, my sweet poetry sis.. ~Susan

Karen Jones

October 17, 2021 at 4:43 PM

I like the image of the deer hunter spooked by the owls mere screech. Well written haiku.

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 7:27 PM

I'm so pleased to know you enjoyed my haiku, Karen. Thank you for your wonderful visit and for sharing your precious thoughts with me. Both are truly appreciated. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Paula Goldsmith

October 17, 2021 at 12:17 PM

Your "Eastern Screech-Owl" is a wonderful story in just 2 little lines. Have a blessed autumn day writing away...............

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 12:23 PM

Hello Paula, it's wonderful to hear from you. Thank you for your kind visit and for your lovely comments. Both are truly appreciated, my friend. I hope you are enjoying a lovely autumn day too! :) Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Darlene De Beaulieu

October 17, 2021 at 12:15 PM

Hello Susan Ashely, I do not like it when it is deer hunting season. To kill a sweet deer I feel is so wrong. Hugs,

Darlene De Beaulieu

October 17, 2021 at 3:04 PM

Hello Susan, I think it is a sin to kill them for sport. It breaks my herat to se a deer's head hanging on a wall. Your welcom my friend. Warmest Wishes Darlene

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 12:21 PM

Hello Darlene, I completely agree with you. Deer are such graceful and beautiful animals. It seems like a sin to kill them for sport. I enjoyed your visit, my friend. Thank you for sharing your precious thoughts with me. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Michelle Faulkner

October 17, 2021 at 11:47 AM

I can feel the silence in the snow, and the reverberation of the owl's call, shivering the darkening dusk - you have brought out my muse with your deft hand, and I thank you~

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 12:08 PM

How exciting!! I can't wait to read what your muse creates, Michelle. I just know it will be exquisite. You're welcome, and I thank you too, my friend, for sharing your intrinsic response to my poem. I'm so pleased this poem inspired you. Your beautiful comments are so very uplifting! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Tom Cunningham

October 17, 2021 at 1:46 AM

Love the imagery Susan, hope you are keeping well. Tom

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 8:24 AM

Thank you, Tom. Your wonderful comments are a pleasure to receive. All is well here and I hope all is well where you are, my friend. Have a lovely Sunday and a great week ahead. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Bj Legros Kelley

October 16, 2021 at 10:23 PM

They can sound eerie. We had one who made very frequent visits to our yard about fourteen years ago or so. My kids thought there was a ghost in the yard. I love owls, they are so awesome, but can be spooky!

Susan Ashley

October 17, 2021 at 8:28 AM

Aww, dear BJ, I love owls too and I adore your comments. Thank you for sharing your "ghost" story with me. Owls are amazing aren't they? Indeed, they can be spooky though, I can see why your kids thought it was a ghost flying about in your yard.. lol.. so cute! :) Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Sotto Poet

October 16, 2021 at 6:47 PM

With such rich imagery, this haiku paints a beautiful picture for the reader, Susan. It's always a delight to receive your comments. Thank you for your thoughtful and encouraging feedback on my poem.

Susan Ashley

October 16, 2021 at 7:25 PM

Dear Lasaad, it is always wonderful when your gracious presence graces my poem. Thank you for sharing your lovely thoughts with me. Your warm words are truly appreciated, my friend. You're welcome for my comments, reading your poetry is such a delight! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Jan Allison

October 16, 2021 at 12:28 PM

such vivid imagery Susan:-) hugs Jan xx

Susan Ashley

October 16, 2021 at 7:20 PM

Jan, thank you for your gracious visit and wonderful comments. Your lovely comments are held in my truest gratitude as your amazing haiku are as impressive as they are expressive, dear poetess. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Anne-Lise Andresen

October 16, 2021 at 12:07 PM

- An excellent picture in this haiku, Susan - Best wishes in the contest :) - Have a lovely weekend ... take care :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Susan Ashley

October 16, 2021 at 12:27 PM

Dear Anne-Lise, it’s wonderful to hear from you. I am uplifted by your beautiful comments and hold them dear as you are such a grand haiku poetess! Thank you for sharing your inspiring thoughts with me. A lovely weekend to you too. Warmest wishes and hugs.. ~Susan

Silent One

October 16, 2021 at 11:28 AM

Even with short forms you leave me speechless... a vivid haiku..

Susan Ashley

October 16, 2021 at 11:45 AM

Hello my friend!! Your wonderful presence has been missed! It’s such a pleasure to hear from you, Silent One. Thank you for your inspiring comments and for being the first to respond to my haiku. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

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