Scenes From A Slowmoving Train: Ice Leaf Haiku

Monday, November 12, 2007

Winter's icy breath

chokes lone leaf's struggle for a

last twist in the wind.

photo from bewinca @ stock.xchng

Marja said...: What a beautiful picture an what a beautiful phrase. I feel cold now; 11:07 AM
Geri said...: This is just lovely Annie!!! Thank you for sharing!; 6:39 PM
aMus said...: that's a numbing phrase and an awesome pic...love it...

i've tagged u at my site...hope u don;t mind...of course totally left to you...:); 8:48 PM
aMus said...: and love the music too...; 8:49 PM
Anonymous said...: The photo and the phrasing is lovely. Your haiku are marvellous.; 7:38 AM
Tumblewords: said...: Glad I found this one - don't know how I missed its initial appearance. Beautifully done!; 11:55 AM
The Lone Beader® said...: Beautiful haiku!; 5:22 PM
spacedlaw said...: I love both the picture and the haiku. I cannot help feel sorry for the poor leaf.; 12:11 AM
qualcosa di bello said...: perfect!! sometimes winter leaves me feeling like that poor leaf you describe...; 5:33 AM

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