Carl Setzer

Hints of Spring

February 28, 2021 Carl SetzerLeave a comment

as crocuses bloom
February nearly done
the air still quite cool

Flowers are pushing their way above the soil. Yet most of the trees remain barren. But one I saw today has a riot of small blossoms. Change continues, as it does.

Haiku Response To Today’s FOWC

February 26, 2021 Carl SetzerLeave a comment

one upon the wire
the crow’s colleague in the trash
staunchest of allies

Here’s my contribution to the Fandango Word of the Day Challenge: Staunch.

Friday Morning Haiku

February 26, 2021February 26, 2021 Carl SetzerLeave a comment

spring flowers awake
striving for the blessed sun
such problems they solve

Awoke to Birdsong

February 24, 2021 Carl Setzer1 Comment

awoke to birdsong
slowly the sun rises
hinting at springtime

The birds were quite boisterous this morning. Looks like spring is nearly here. Though this hasn’t been that burial of a winter around here, I am ready for spring. Are you?

Surprised By Sunlight

February 23, 2021 Carl SetzerLeave a comment

surprised by sunlight
after so much morning rain
this lightness of being

Winter Berries

February 22, 2021 Carl SetzerLeave a comment

winter bares food, too
and the birds know where to seek
so life continues

Found these berries on a recent walk. Summer, of course, bursts with live giving foods for all. Winter, it seems, is more stealthy. But food is present!