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24.04.2024
Anne-Lise Andresen
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Haiku inspired by
a Norwegian song
Text by: Alf Prøysen

"Oh the one who was a dandelion standing in dirt and mud
In Bispegata three;
The very first dandelion that flared up behind a garbage can
In Bispegata three,
So anyone could pick me, and that "someone" would be you.
You pinned me to your blouse and tripped out into the sun and wind,
And I got to join.

I should feel your body behind the sales fabric of muslin
As we walked down the street,
And think I was a diamond against the thin lace border of the blouse,
And everyone should see.

After your long busy day of work then I heard your heartbeat,
In the evening you took weary steps up the stairs to your room,
And I got to join.

Then you went in and turned the dress inside out, washed your hands, neck and cheeks
For the hot fire of the sun.
Your care is like most women's, you brought what I needed most;
An egg glass with water.

Then I get a seat by your bed and watch you fall asleep.
And outside the night is blue, a dandelion can reach happiness,
So above all sense.

- Haiku X 325 - And A Song - whisper of spring -

                                           prelude to rebirth
                                      inspired by a single seed -
                                               regeneration

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Duke Beaufort

May 27, 2024 at 5:49 PM

Anne-Lise, a very interesting quote that personifies a dandelion. Of course, your Haiku also brings it to life. They are very interesting plants. The leaves are bitter, but we cook them and they also make a nice dish. Not too bitter when they are young. This plant has a lot of virtues.

Andrea Dietrich

April 27, 2024 at 12:21 PM

What a delightful story, Anne-Lise. Very creative

Victor Buhagiar

April 26, 2024 at 2:07 AM

This is extremely beautiful. I know that you may not have many flowers growing in the outside with all the cold of your country, but I'm sure you have greenhouses with lots of flowers.

Speaks Volumes

April 25, 2024 at 5:06 PM

Anne-Lise you say so much with 8 words its incredible. So well done. I hope its for Line's contest.

Kim Rodrigues

April 25, 2024 at 12:31 PM

What a powerful song! Very nice haiku…prelude, rebirth, regeneration

Sara Kendrick

April 25, 2024 at 8:32 AM

Amazing species so adaptable to the situation in which they find themselves. I really like this one. Nice photo. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by my page. Sara K

Daniel Henry Rodgers

April 25, 2024 at 8:17 AM

Dear Anne-Lise, Your haiku, inspired by Alf Prøysen's poignant text, beautifully encapsulates the cycle of life and rebirth. I love how you capture the essence of transformation and renewal through delicate storytelling. The dandelion, once a symbol of fleeting beauty, becomes a harbinger of regeneration, echoing the resilience of nature and the enduring power of hope. Anne-Lise, your words evoke a sense of awe and wonder, inviting us to the cyclical journey of existence. - Blessings, Daniel

Maria Fernandez-Garcia

April 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM

Anne your haiku has much to be listen to. I enjoyed it very much. I hope we can see a new rebirth Love/María

Sotto Poet

April 24, 2024 at 1:26 PM

Your haiku is quite captivating, Anne-Lise. The dandelion personification effectively captures the value of fleeting moments of connection and care in relationships, as it receives love, attention, and belonging from the other person's activities.