On a leafless branch
A crow's settling
autumn nightfall
- Basho
Basho's Haiku investigates the value of a singular moment. In Japanese, the word sabi describes an alloy of beauty and sadness. Sabishi expresses loneliness and solitude. An essence of impermanence pervades his observation.
What does alone feel like? Notice if sensations of impermanence percolate.
Define words like loneliness, freedom, or solitude.
Develop metaphor and sensory imagery.
Invite the reader into a moment of solitude.
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