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Gary Busha


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Pure white snow covers
all that's ugly in the world
temporarily



From On the Dock: Haiku & Short Poems (Wolfsong Publications, 2017).
Used here with permission.

 


Gary Busha is a Wisconsin native who likes that state’s changing seasons. His poetry — lean and plain-spoken, with themes of nature and lament — is strongly influenced by his good fortune in having grown up on Lake Winnebago. A poetry chapbook publisher for many years, Gary has recently published 24 mini haiku/short poem chapbooks. For information, email him at gbusha@wi.rr.com.

 


Post New Comment:
penelope8:
So nice to see you on here Gary. This haiku is a meaningful and much needed message. Your latest little book is wonderful as are the rest.
Posted 12/19/2021 08:09 PM
Jancan:
This haiku is superb and deeply meaningful--about so much more than snow.
Posted 12/18/2021 11:55 PM
Nancy R:
Yes, Gary, we need that snow cover on the hearts of humanity.
Posted 12/18/2021 05:56 PM
Jo:
Gary, What a wonderful haiku --even if the snow only temporarily covers what is ugly, we owe it a big thank you. thinking of you.
Posted 12/18/2021 04:50 PM
pwax:
Perfect haiku and expression of reality.
Posted 12/18/2021 04:39 PM
Janet Leahy:
The gift of snow makes all of our houses and yards look beautiful, thanks Gary
Posted 12/18/2021 04:11 PM
KinVT:
apropos. Snowing in Vermont! Adds fresh views to admire. Quiets pace of life. :)
Posted 12/18/2021 01:16 PM
Hanta Grode:
Wonderfully Simple and True with a spec of humor.
Posted 12/18/2021 11:14 AM
cork:
I counted each syllable and decided this was a beautiful haiku with the last word being so important.
Posted 12/18/2021 10:16 AM
peggy.turnbull:
Few words; many layers.
Posted 12/18/2021 08:42 AM


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