Haiku
Poems by Bonnie Best
An Interview with Haiku Poet Bonnie Best
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Are these true Haiku?
Or simply my best effort
to share special moments?
I created a new blog to post my newest poems.
Bonnie's Haiku Poems Blog
Updated July 27, 2015
Flow from the Spirit within,
Like a tree breathes air.
Draw me into their deep rut,
Watch sunrise instead.
Bright, steady, giving light.
I feel peace, love, joy.
when it is offered freely,
like Sunshine in Spring.
as water flows across rocks,
without resistance.
and dance with the mystery,
like a Hummingbird.
Walk along secluded beach,
Listen ocean waves.
Private meadow and blue lake,
Joy bubbles within.
Call forth joy, serenity,
Dove sings mourning song.
Once shattered by emotions,
Hard to repair it.
Mysterious and wondrous,
Like double rainbow.
Rainbows appear in the sky,
Pots of gold nearby.
The sun, warmth and beauty,
surrounds me always.
Permanent prosperity,
Ocean waves beckon.
Sun comes up and goes down.
Quickly days go by.
Birds and trees feel no difference,
Humans celebrate.
To stop the disturbing dreams.
Bird song restores peace.
Step by step, lessons learned
Nite Hawk and Owl cheer.
Most animals are asleep,
Humans are restless.
Quiet time, no birds singing.
Time to think and write.
When the Sun blesses the Earth,
And brings a new day.
Announce another new day,
The Sun soon will shine.
Time to remember the past,
To plan the future.
Birds are quiet and unseen,
Time to rest at home.
Birds perch huddled in the trees,
People wear rain coats.
Brings peace to those who listen,
And it nourishes.
As rain is for the flowers,
Nourishing at depth.
Darkness hugs me like velvet.
When will the sun rise?
Can Hummingbird help decide?
Or the Butterfly?
Disturbs peace in the sun.
Bird songs filter through.
The wild flowers and bird songs,
To be at peace now.
Peace and quiet early morn,
Bird dips and soars high.
Food smells strong in the air,
People walk away.
The grove of deep rooted trees,
Sentinels of peace.
Hear the Rooster, feel the Sun,
Watch the Hummingbird.
Rising high above the noise,
The wise listen well.
Above all the confusion,
With grace and purpose.
Hummingbird whispers to me now.
That will break the ice.
The Lion roars loudly now,
It is time to rest.
To enjoy sunshine, fresh air,
To be free and live.
The wisdom to know and trust,
Butterfly released.
To begin with the sunrise,
Cherish each moment.
Until his complaints are heard,
And his needs are met.
Rather than squawk or complain,
If life not threatened.
The Ocean Waves whisper now,
Time for joy and peace.
To enjoy trees, air, water,
And to love people.
To use metaphor wisely.
To honor the Earth.
Christmas tree, ornaments, lights.
Gifts given with love.
Butterfly values freedom.
We share common bonds.
What Nature wants us to know,
When we hear the birds.
Like water flowing downstream,
Gives freedom to speak.
it is pleasant to relax,
with friends by the fire.
Reveals authenticity,
as tree bark peels clear.
"Be yourself, free yourself now."
The message is clear.
Supports and guides my choices,
like drinking Sunshine.
Like the seasons of nature,
has many phases.
Like a snake through the tall grass,
Slow unseen power.
are near and dear forever,
like quiet forest.
During this wet rainy day,
And making choices.
can be rich and creative,
like sunsets at sea.
observing life around me,
sharing time with friends.
Share the gift of love and joy,
and the tree of life.
enjoying the sound of birds
and other wild life
from my perch on top the hill;
Thank God for nature.
meet at the mountain retreat,
and commit to love.
within the mountain forest,
and return to me.
is mysterious for sure,
like a storm at sea.
and the lively hummingbird,
can be illusive.
The Sun stands still in the sky,
Yet appears to move.
Thank you Shannon for
the lovely background border set.
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