16 May: Journal of SenHai

pelican

Senryu
he stares down at me
like someone deciding whether
I am worth the fuss

Haiku
morning pelican
sea-light rests along his beak
the sky stands upright

Written for Susi’s SenHai Saturday #52. Photo by Rod Long on Unsplash. ©Misky 2006-2026.

22 responses to “16 May: Journal of SenHai”

  1. The pelican would be please with both of these wonderful pieces, Sadje

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  2. Whoops, sorry Misty …

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  3. Lovely verses and I love Lenny Kravitz!

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    1. Thanks so much, Violet. Great song.

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  4. Great perspectives on the pelican!

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  5. Lovely images you have written, Misky. ~Nan

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    1. Thank you, Nan!

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  6. Both are great poems and a brilliant song to accompany them Misky 🙌

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    1. Thank you so very much! I’m glad your enjoyed them.

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  7. I really do like your Senryu and Haiku. Perfect start for my Sunday! Thanks and best wishes! f

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    1. Thank you, and may the day be gentle for you, Friedrich.

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  8. Both are beautiful, Misky.

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      1. You are welcome, dear. ❤️

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  9. I can “see” the arrogance you speak of, Misky! Wonderfully written pieces! 🙂

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