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Sunshine

birds in summer sun
fluff their feathers comb with beaks
spruce up in sunshine

winter is a grind
wind is strong rain is heavy
not time for preening
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Dietrich Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 11:22 AM
Nicely contrasted with winter. Congrats.
Anderson Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 12:57 PM
I'm an avid bird watcher here downunder! It's winter time.
Kauffman Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 9:53 AM
Very creative John! Congratulations on your win! Blessings.
Anderson Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 10:05 AM
Thanks Sam, Cheers and Good times!
Merryman Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 6:23 PM
John, congrats on your win with your creative haiku! Blessings, Kim M
Anderson Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 6:32 PM
Nice to hear from you and thanks heaps. Cheers and Best Wishes.
Andresen Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 9:36 AM
- Lovely written, John :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs
Anderson Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 9:45 AM
Thanks so much, Best Wishes
Kitchin Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 5:21 AM
John, congratulations on your winning placement, enjoyed the bird imagery!
Anderson Avatar
July 12, 2023 at 9:46 AM
Lovely to hear from you. Cheers!
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