Category Archives: Nature

Whose fault is it?

A young gum tree in my street * Whose fault is it? Everything alive is born Lives for a while Then dies – So it is with trees It’s not the old tree’s fault A young life is lying half … Continue reading

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Dreams on my Pillow in Warm Sydney

In the middle of summer I’m dreaming of winter Of white landscapes And giant snowflakes On the frosted window Dreams on my pillow Tomorrow’s the day We’ll take out the sleigh Ride over valley and hill For sure we will … Continue reading

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The Last Bloom – Haiku

The Last Bloom Agapanthus bloom the last this summer; petals curl up in the heat Pods proudly expose pregnant green bellies in wait- next season’s splendour Were I a flower death would pass me by; reborn each year – what … Continue reading

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The Magic Dandelion

My name is Mufti. Sniffing about is my favourite occupation. I’m partially blind. Actually, almost totally blind in the right eye. I nearly banged my head against the wall a moment ago. Ouch! Now I did bang it. Sigh.  This … Continue reading

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Cameron’s Look of Love – Haibun

Cameron’s Look of Love – Haibun Gazing lovingly Longing for a warm cuddle My heart is melting Cameron is my neighbour Chrissi’s pet. I used to look after him and Mufti, the little Shih Tzu, who is now blind in … Continue reading

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Happy New Year 2014! – Haiku

Pensive amber eyes white whiskers musing over  New Year’s mysteries ~~~ May the Year 2014 bring you a lot of joy and good health! May all your dreams come true! Love to all from warm Sydney ~ Irina Copyright 2014 Irina … Continue reading

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Agapanthus – Haiku

Agapanthus bloom My December garden loves Your exquisite hue Dear Fellow Bloggers, This is my last post this year to let you know that I’ll be back sometime in January 2014. When I started blogging, I forget which month of … Continue reading

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My Lawn – Haiku

Not for me a lawn                                                           shorn and manicured to clean                                                                        green sterility ………. My lawn is a wild meadow where grasses of all kinds grow and prosper ………. (Oh no, these are not caterpillars!) ………. In my lawn, … Continue reading

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Dandelion’s Travels – Haiku

Fluffy silver globe awaits the breeze; sheds its hair tiny parachutes © irina dimitric 2013

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Fire in My Garden – Haiku

Fire in My Garden – Haiku Orange flames glow in early spring Bird of Paradise has spread its wings © irina dimitric 2013

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