1. Petals of Haiku: An Anthology, edited by the incomparable Gabriela Marie Milton is an illustrious work of phenomenal haiku by 160 writers, mostly from the WordPress community.
Below is the review I left on Amazon:
“As a writer and lover of haiku, Petals of Haiku: An Anthology, is one of the best compilations of the form I have seen come to fruition in a VERY LONG time.
Each writer understood the assignment and brought vividly beautiful and breathtaking haiku to this book. From petals to swallows to sunsets, heartache, love, and a deep yet fulfilling showcasing of all things nature, I fell in love with the turn of each page.
It is moving and an aromatic blend of allure. I am inspired and motivated and taken aback all at once. This anthology is one you will thoroughly enjoy on so many levels. Mark my words. You will not be disappointed!”
2. casual weekend is my 3-part haiku that was written from my being inspired after reading the above anthology.
the dog snores lightly
summer’s heat breaks through windows
casual weekend
mockingbird patrol
a selfish crow does not win
attack of feathers
balcony garden
thriving vegetables sprout
clean eating begins
A Cornered Gurl 
A well rounded, wholesome post that I love. Love everything about the casual beauty of your weekend. The book review. And the haiku at the end inspired by the book—well that is amazing, really. So very cool, trE. Thanks for posting this. Blessings.
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Thank you for reading. Have a great Monday! Be well. 🙏🏾💙
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Love all the elements of this post!
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This is a fun post. One of my daughters likes to write haikus.
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It’s such a beautiful form.
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The sights and sounds of home. A lovely trio trE. 🌇
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What a sweet review for this anthology, and an inspirational haiku you penned trE! I love the way you kick back girlfriend! 🤗🥂🥰
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Thank you kindly! 💙❤️💜
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You are so very welcome sistah girlfriend. 🤗💖🥰🥂😘 My pleasure always!
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Beautiful book cover, haiku, and apartment setting! Your weekend was much better than mine! I’m better now!
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I’m glad you’re feeling much better!
And thank you!
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You are so welcome!🤗
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I love your casual weekend. It sounds perfect!
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Thank you! It was!
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