New Noticing
a tanka sequence (rensaku)
Big change
no—giant adjustment
Now a cane
I watch every step
asphalt instead of sky
Slender cracks
where sturdy plants flourish
dismissed as weeds
yet color flares in crevices
crimson nasturtium surprise
Pine twigs
cast dry from a cluster of trees
gather on concrete
needles in unexpected patterns
fish out my camera, take my time
Beauty above, beauty below. The seeing is all -
Seeing you walk with a cane now hurts the heart, Didi, but your eyes still find the hidden flowers in the pavement cracks. Even through these hard times and looking after everything at home, your spirit stays so strong. Please take care of your health.Pranam,Choti Bhai ❤️