Stung by winter’s frost
Withered mums bow golden heads
Praying for reprieve
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© rgb for “On Dragonfly Wings with Buttercup Tea”, 2011 – 2012
Prompt:
Withered Mums
(karogiku)
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"On Dragonfly Wings with Buttercup Tea" 
Wistful and wonderful.
Crystal’s comment is terrific.
Cheers!
JzB
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Beautiful x did you paint the mums?
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Oh dear..those once so proud flowers…lovely rich haiku there..
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that’s what I love most about haiku, it’s more or less open for interpretation.. The first line had me hooked, “Stung by winter’s frost,” stung by someone you once knew and loved, but, “Withered mums bow golden heads,” meaning that you’re still standing, though you bowed out graciously.. do not mistake it for weakness, and “Praying for reprieve,” waiting to heal, to feel alive again!! Just my interpretation of your words.. though it may have an entire different meaning for someone else.. Thank you for sharing!! Truly admire this! Thank you!
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That is an AWESOME interpretation — 😀
Yes, writing is more often than not multi-layered for me … it can have just what you read, but more than likely will have additional meaning
or symbolism. The key for me, is for someone … after reading …
to “click” away with some nugget or ripple effect!!
Thank you for sharing with me … you are “spot on” with your insight!! 😀
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I had to really think about your words and I found them wise and a bit sad. But spring will return and bring the blooms with it. Blessings to you and your family. Barbara
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In a sense, you are right, it is sad … but then the flowers show us … through their resilience they regain their flourish and delight us in the Spring!! Happy New Year, Barbara to you and your family. May the upcoming year blossom beyond your wildest imagination!!
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Thank you Becca and the best of wishes from my heart to yours. Hugs, Barbara
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This is so lovely. Happy New Year my friend. May You be blessed all the year through.
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Awww, thank you for stopping for a visit. Happy New Year to you as well. May 2013 blossom beyond your imagination. xo
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I just love this! It reminds me of that line from Gordon Bok’s song, “Turning Toward the Morning” –
It’s a pity we don’t know
what the little flowers know
they can’t face the cold November,
they can’t take the wind and snow.
They put their glories all behind them,
bow their heads and let it go,
but you know they’ll be there shining in the morning.
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How lovely … I am not familiar with the song … will have to search for it. Thank you for including the lyrics. They are quite resilient … even if they must rest a bit before popping their wee heads out in glory in the spring!! 😀
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Here you go – lyrics and music! And photos!
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You are so thoughtful to provide additional information for me to learn more!
Thank you for the breadcrumbs … I enjoyed the “folk music” and background very much! The song and lyrics have so many possible meanings!
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Wonderful…this prompt has me stopped in my tracks right now ! Thank you for the inspiration.☺
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Siggi — I KNOW you will come up with something. I haven’t had a chance to catch up on everyone’s additions since Kris took a break and then placed several at one time. Now I will play catch up!! Stay bundled and warm!!
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