Notes About The Poem

Inspired by the Japanese folklore, kitsune no yomeiri ("the fox's wedding"), which typically refers to the phenomenon of sunshowers or atmospheric ghost light. Seeing the event is usually considered a good omen, but could also mean danger, since the fickle kitsune could inflict harm to those they consider "uninvited guests". 

It also brings to mind Matthew 5:45 - "For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust."

 

the fox's wedding

the sun weeps raindrops 'tis an omen from the sky is it good or ill? Heaven's gift is mystery my parasol drinks all in
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De Beaulieu Avatar
April 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Hello Vanya, Yes heavens is a gift a mystery. It is noce to meet you. Enjoy your day my friend. /Darlene/
De Beaulieu Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Hello Vanya, It is nice to meet you. i want you to know i will be reading your poetry. Also i am making this poem my fav. Happy Easter my friend. /Darlene/
Evangeline Avatar
April 18, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Thanks for the sweet comment, Darlene! Enjoy your day too
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