Snowdrifts

snow piling higher
driven by a wildling storm~
winter's icy breath 



January 16, 2022
Winter Haiku Contest
Sponsor: Tania Kitchin
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Brian Sambourne

October 3, 2022 at 7:39 AM

Such a fine Haiku that captures snowdrifts + storms as an "icy breath" of winter. Best wishes, Brian

Paula Goldsmith

January 19, 2022 at 8:02 AM

Congratulations on your win. Your "snowdrifts" is a wonderful winter write. Now I am cold. Off to get some coffee. Have a blessed day and stay warm..............

Lin Lane

January 19, 2022 at 8:10 AM

That sounds good, and thank you very much, Paula.

Kim Merryman

January 18, 2022 at 12:38 PM

Great haiku, Lin! Congrats on your win! Blessings, Kim M

Lin Lane

January 19, 2022 at 8:09 AM

Thanks ever so much, Kim.

Sam Kauffman

January 18, 2022 at 11:02 AM

Lin, congratulations on your win with this sensory gem illustrating "winter's icy breath." Think I will go get something warm to drink now after experiencing this winter chill! Blessings to you!

Lin Lane

January 19, 2022 at 8:09 AM

Thanks so much, Sam. It does require something hot to drink after reading. lol.

Paulette Calasibetta

January 18, 2022 at 5:26 AM

Lovely Haiku and congratulations on your win! :) Paulette

Lin Lane

January 19, 2022 at 8:09 AM

Thanks, Paulette.

Connie Marcum Wong

January 17, 2022 at 4:15 PM

I personalize all the seasons because of the same human feelings I can imagine from both. I love your haiku Lin. Blessings xxoo

Lin Lane

January 18, 2022 at 2:39 AM

I always appreciate reading your wonderful comments. Thank you, Connie.

Anne-Lise Andresen

January 17, 2022 at 12:04 PM

- Congratulations on your win in the contest, Lin - A great and cool winter picture :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Lin Lane

January 18, 2022 at 2:38 AM

Hi Anne-Lise, and thank you so much for your sweet comments.

Alexis Y.

January 17, 2022 at 9:06 AM

Hi Lin, You described a “ Winter” scene very well. Congratulations on your winning write. It was well deserved. Have a great day-Alexis

Lin Lane

January 18, 2022 at 2:38 AM

Thanks ever so much, Alexis. Hoping you're well.

Tania Kitchin

January 17, 2022 at 8:28 AM

Lin, congratulations on your silver placement with your splendid poem!

Lin Lane

January 18, 2022 at 2:38 AM

Morning, Tania, and thank you for honoring my Haiku with a placement in your contest.

Jan Allison

January 16, 2022 at 12:20 PM

i especially love that final line Lin SO descriptive:-) hugs Jan xx

Lin Lane

January 16, 2022 at 12:29 PM

Merci, Jan. No snow down south, but a titch chilly today.

Tom Cunningham

January 16, 2022 at 10:38 AM

I was in Scotland one winter years ago and was amazed to see cars buried in drifts, you discribe it well Lin. Hope you're having an enjoyable weekend. Tom

Lin Lane

January 16, 2022 at 11:25 AM

One day I'll make it there. I haven't seen snow since I left Colorado, and that's ok with me. It's chilly here today, but sunny. I'm having a great weekend and hope your day is a bright one.