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Hints of Spring

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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

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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.

Awoke to Birdsong

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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

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Afternoon Sunlight


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

Winter Berries

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Elderberries

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!

Hint’s Of Spring

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through the cold air
in the winter sunlight
hints of spring awake

Took the featured image while on my walk today in downtown Edmonds (WA).

Moonlight’s Grace

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Moonlight

moonlight’s grace
dancing downwards through the firs
boughs move in the breeze

This photo was shot on my Samsung S9 last night. I am quite pleased with this. Amazing what we can do with our phones!