“The snow is melting
and the village is flooded
with
children”— Kobayashi Issa (1763-1828)
This haiku by the Japanese poet Kobayashi Issa, better
known as simply Issa, a pen name meaning Cup-of-tea, celebrates a new beginning;
winter is coming to an end and an active life is about to begin.
Every New Year we wish to see the shift from the darkness
to the promise of light; we want to sing, “Hope is the thing with feathers”.
We do have faith in mankind.
What are your wishes for this year?
How does the year reveal itself to you?
Do not restrict yourself to the new year alone. Your
words could include any fresh start with its entire thrill.
And here is a beautiful poem for you from Brendan
Kennelly :
Please share your poem using Mr. Linky below
and visit others in the spirit of the community. Please include this link in
your post.
