Haiku: On Trees, Enclaves & Vegatables.

Haiku has become a full expression of practice in my life. The practice is hard sometimes. I used to practice the piano, not because I really wanted to, but because I wanted to be able to play. Somedays my son loves to practice golf, and other days he practices out of sheer force of will because he knows from experience that the outcome is worth the effort. Some days Haikus flow and it’s easy, other days I can’t find any set of 5-7-5 syllables that work together and mean anything. Reflecting and responding to these Haikus is a practice as well. Some months I know exactly what to write, other months it’s a practice to dig, reflect, and find the meaning that arises from the words my fellow Haiku journeyers share. And yet it always comes together. This is your invitation to make a cup of tea and reflect on trees, enclaves, walls, wings, carrots, and children’s laughter, among the many ways this conversation flows. Make sure you subscribe and see Michael’s reflections on the Profound Living Blog. Michael posts each of the Haikus (and the pictures that go with them there.) A Practice: Read the Haiku slowly two or three times. What feelings or meaning do the words stir in you? Is there a Haiku you can write in response? (share it with me if you do!) If you like these questions, please consider SUBSCRIBING to The Art of Powering Down; Questions to Recharge Your Soul… Every week there is a question that will gently challenge you, encourage you, or help you live your life with more intention, grace, and purpose. (Sharing these reflections and questions with friends is the greatest compliment!)

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