Friday, July 11, 2014

Carpe Diem Tan Renga Challenge Cherry Blossoms fall by Shirao

Here is the haiku, the first stanza, by Shirao:

hito koishi hitoboshi koro wo sakura chiru

yearning fills my heart
when the candles are lit;
Cherry blossoms fall“

i. 
Still radiant in colour
Perishing to be reborn

ii. 
Sudden darkness enlightens
Mind becomes an empty cup



4 comments:

  1. Interesting juxtapositions that make us pause --- these are wonderful.

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  2. both endings have their merits ... and both thought provoking!

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  3. I like both your completions Lothar, but your second is really great ... and very spiritual

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  4. Two excellent endings!

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