Thank you Katelon for your wonderful comments. Whilst we are experiencing “extreme heat” in NI (31c) we are well but trying to find a breeze!πͺπββοΈ
I read your email and I think that this actually is a hokku, and a good one…it’s about nature and mankind’s place in nature. We know that BashΕ was not a stickler for how many sounds/syllables placed in a verse, so I wouldn’t be concerned about that. *If* you are, then maybe reduce the number of words in line 3… for example, “Waiting for high tide.” but I don’t think that’s necessary. So, if you allow me to do so, I’d like to transplant this verse and use one of the photos. Would that be okay with you?
Hokku Novice,
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On Sun, Jul 25, 2021 at 9:24 AM A Different View wrote:
> Ashley posted: ” Donaghadee The lighthouse, A landmark on the edge, > Waiting for the tide to turn. ” >
Oh lovely. Are you going to try and doodle it now?! π
I might just do that Gabriel! π€πββοΈ
Such simplicity in poetry and in images, yet capturing so much more. The edge of waters, transitions, keep the light, marking our journeys. Have a great week. π·
Dear Morag, thank you for your lovely comments π. The weather has changed today and it’s raining, heavily! At least the gardens are being watered βπ
A Different View 
Thank you for sharing.
Beautiful poetry and pictures.
Thank you Marina for visiting and for your lovely comments ππββοΈ
Ahhh the lighthouse and such beauty βΊοΈπsending you joy hedy
There is something about a lighthouse π€π
Sweet poem to go with the wonderful scene! Hope all is well in your life and world π
Thank you Katelon for your wonderful comments. Whilst we are experiencing “extreme heat” in NI (31c) we are well but trying to find a breeze!πͺπββοΈ
Lovely photos of a summer’s day at Donaghadee!
I’m sure you know it well since it is only a dozen miles away from bonnie ScotlandππββοΈ
I read your email and I think that this actually is a hokku, and a good one…it’s about nature and mankind’s place in nature. We know that BashΕ was not a stickler for how many sounds/syllables placed in a verse, so I wouldn’t be concerned about that. *If* you are, then maybe reduce the number of words in line 3… for example, “Waiting for high tide.” but I don’t think that’s necessary. So, if you allow me to do so, I’d like to transplant this verse and use one of the photos. Would that be okay with you?
Hokku Novice,
γγ
On Sun, Jul 25, 2021 at 9:24 AM A Different View wrote:
> Ashley posted: ” Donaghadee The lighthouse, A landmark on the edge, > Waiting for the tide to turn. ” >
Hi Edo! I’m happy for you to transplant it just as it is. Knowing the gardener I’m sure it will settle in well.π»
Hello from Vancouver. You captured the symbolism of lighthouses in your poetry. Thank you for starting my day with a sense of renewal.
Hello from Northern Ireland and thank you for your wonderful comments! A new day, and always with hope for our future! πππββοΈ
We have never been to Ireland, but we have plans. In the meantime, Iβll be tagging along with you.
Beautiful pic.
Thank you πββοΈ
Most welcom.
The color of the sky is gorgeous and so is the water – wonderful pictures!
Thanks for dropping in Meg and for your lovely thoughts ππββοΈ
Totally agree
Brilliant! You found your lighthouse. Love the images. Where is this?
Thank you, Gabriel, it’s at Donaghadee where Belfast Lough spills out into the Irish Sea. ππββοΈ
Oh lovely. Are you going to try and doodle it now?! π
I might just do that Gabriel! π€πββοΈ
Such simplicity in poetry and in images, yet capturing so much more. The edge of waters, transitions, keep the light, marking our journeys. Have a great week. π·
Dear Morag, thank you for your lovely comments π. The weather has changed today and it’s raining, heavily! At least the gardens are being watered βπ
You are welcome, and I am happy to hear that the garden is getting a good soaking. ππ§οΈβ
Lovely, simple verse & photos, Ashley! And that beautiful sky, oh my! π
Thank you, Lisa. It’s not like that these past two days. Back to more normal ββ