Connecting to nature through poetry and prose
using his headthe high priest breaksicicles~Kobayashi Issa(translated by David G. Lanoue) Kobayashi Issa (1763 – 1828) Kobayashi Issa, named Kobayashi Yatarô during his childhood, was one of the four foremost Japanese haiku poets, along with Basho, Buson, and Shiki. The name Issa translates to mean “Cup of Tea.” David G. Lanoue, a retired professor of... Continue Reading →
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.
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.
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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