Five Ku

autumn ambles slowly
shuffling through fallen leaves
dodging Winter’s kiss

crumpled pumpkins frown
sparrows await a sunrise
a barn cat stretches

seagulls battle gusts
crabs wander an empty beach
icy froth glistens

as wolves sniff the wind
cowering beneath its howl
a cold hunger waits

a lone snowy owl
shakes the frost from its feathers
in frigid silence
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Dietrich Avatar
December 3, 2024 at 10:15 AM
Nice five, John. My favorite number!
Goldsmith Avatar
November 28, 2024 at 7:22 AM
Your "Five Ku" is a wonderful write. I enjoyed reading this one. Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Day......................
Wolf Avatar
November 27, 2024 at 7:23 PM
The imagery is superb -- if you like winter... 'Nuff said right there. ~
Tor Avatar
November 27, 2024 at 4:46 PM
John such a mix of wonderful wintry Haiku's, describing autumn's transition to winter and giving great examples of the animals reaction to the coming cold winter. Liked the " as wolves sniff the wind cowering beneath it's howl a cold hunger waits." How vivid is that and such a powering truth to think of? I am always impressed with your creative mind. Thank you for posting and sharing. Blessings my friend...
Allison Avatar
November 27, 2024 at 4:10 PM
what a delightful string of haiku i especially love the first one - i hope we escape winter's kiss too! hugs jan xxx
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