Monthly Archives: March 2010

Hurrah for the Hoopoe

Posted on March 18, 2010 by tony

At last – after a blooming cold winter, this morning Carole head the sound of the Hoopoe – each summer we welcome these outrageous birds to our garden, their distinctive call and crazy plumage are a delight. This morning is … Continue reading →

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A Haiku Deferred

Posted on March 14, 2010 by tony

no inspiration – a day of sand and cement – my haiku must wait -

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Haiku for Mixing Concrete

Posted on March 13, 2010 by tony

Bond sand lime and stones – Glopiter revolves – A new foundation -

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Haiku for the Death of a Butterfly

Posted on March 12, 2010 by tony

stuck on fresh wet paint – a butterfly’s wings can’t move – so many colors -

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Haiku for a Helium Balloon

Posted on March 11, 2010 by tony

Longing to escape – My balloon tugs at the wind – But it talks in squeaks -

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Haiku for a House Painter

Posted on March 10, 2010 by tony

My coat is not warm – Yet it satisfies your eye – By hiding the truth -

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Haiku for a Pool in Winter

Posted on March 9, 2010 by tony

Glazed crazed iced cover – Deep sleeping summer promise – Our pool rests and waits – ….. Waiting for you at Villa Roquette this summer

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Haiku for March snow

Posted on March 8, 2010 by tony

Fractured cream froth coat Roquette flowers will push through March snow is soon gone

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Into something rich and strange

Posted on March 7, 2010 by tony

I aim to “Suffer A Sea-Change”. A time to alter, a time not to fade, but to make bones of coral and eyes of pearls. Our home has been the focus of work and investment for over two years, creating … Continue reading →

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