Birds in Haiku

In June, the Northern Hemisphere transitions from spring to summer, marked by blossoming nature and specific seasonal observations. Birds play a key role in haiku, often serving as seasonal indicators or kigo, enriching the poetic experience.

Spring Haiku – May 2025

In early May, spring awakens with returning birds and blossoming trees. The 72-season calendar highlights nature's transitions, encouraging mindfulness through haiku. Influential poets like Issa, Basho, and Buson showcase the joy of observing seasonal changes. The invitation to write spring haiku fosters creativity and connection with the environment.

A single snowflake

Wilson "Snowflake" Bentley is the man that took the study of snowflakes to another level. Born in 1865, Bentley lived as a farmer in rural Vermont. Bentley is probably best known for pioneering the photographic process known as photomicrography. Using this process, Bentley captured the tiniest details of the snowflake.

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