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Sunday, August 19, 2012

an old dog sighs

into sleep

First published in Notes from the Gean

Frank... said...: A very nice observation, Bill. Good jux of images...; 7:37 AM
Monika said...: I like this one, Bill. Not only because I love dogs, but also because - even being not a hunter (and, to be honest, totally opposed to hunt)- I nevertheless somehow "understand" this old guy who, no longer able to hunt, "sighs into sleep". An excellent example of "show, not tell".; 8:12 AM
Warren said...: Terrific haiku, Bill - for one who used to occasionally hunt raccoons by the light of the moon with my friends and their dogs in Louisiana, I can feel this poem and love where it leads me.

Warren; 8:47 AM
Bill said...: Thanks, Frank.

Monika, your sensitive reading is much appreciated.

Glad to know this appeals to someone who has hunted with dogs, Warren.; 11:38 AM
Iris said...: Hi Bill
I think your haiku is like ... an excellent movie scene. I like it very much.
Best regards
Iris; 12:32 PM
John McDonald said...: just delightful Bill
john; 12:13 AM
Crafty Green Poet said...: lovely, very good juxtaposition too; 6:43 AM
Danièle Duteil said...: Nice !
Let this poor dog have a good rest !; 7:05 AM

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