Spring break is here, and I am on retreat. My good friend Jen owns a cottage in Breaux Bridge, Bonne Terre Cottage, and she invited me to come stay as long as I want. Her generous spirit has led me to the “good earth.” Up early, watching the birds, listening to sounds of nature led to a mondo, a form of haiku that is a call and response. My friend and fellow writer Chere Coen is sitting on the porch with her camera, ready to capture whatever bird will let her. I took pictures with my phone and used Overgram to create the image-poem.
Retreat Mondo
April 22, 2014 by margaretsmn
Posted in Poetry, Slice of Life | Tagged Bonne Terre Cottage, Chere' Coen, haiku, mondo, Overgram | 7 Comments
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How beautiful…the poetry, the setting…the whole idea of a retreat!
How lovely – a retreat! I’ll need to check out Overgram!
Lovely – the poetry, the scenery, and the thought of a retreat.
Retreat?!?! I am so jealous!! Gobble up the relaxation and gather all the inspiration you can. Enjoy! 🙂
Lovely! Thank you for sharing. I love watching birds!
I’m quite jealous, Margaret. How beautiful are your poem reflections, and how wonderful that you are having a retreat. Enjoy.every.minute!
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