under a white moon
a lonesome coyote howls
from canyon shadows
Who has not heard the echo of a coyote howl, whether in life or imagination or audible media?
Is he crying, singing, calling to a mate?
Will we ever know?
Sit back, close your eyes, and in the stillness of your mind's eye picture the howling coyote. In the silence, listen closely. Perhaps he will tell you his secrets.
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Your post was entered at my favorite time of the day, has been ever since I was a child... and I have goosebumps all over from your haiku and message dear Judie. I am listening... perhaps I will be able to receive his message. And while I do, here is Wiley Coyote also taking me back to my childhood and his escapades with Road Runner...
ReplyDeleteI've always felt a bit melancholy anytime I hear the howling.
ReplyDeleteThe coyote is crying, singing, and calling to a mate all at once! (You were hoping that the Desert Dweller would say that, weren't you?)
ReplyDeleteYour haiku brought that loud wailing call to mind. Beautifully eerie.
ReplyDeleteI closed my eyes, and heard your haiku... The coyote is singing (today).
ReplyDeleteMysterious coyote your portrayed him well...x
ReplyDeleteluv the sense of melancholia in your haiku Judie
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in the middle of the night tucked in a dream; my quiet sky erupted with a pack of coyotes and not one of them was holding back! such a wild awakening! here in the great southwest i rarely hear a lone howl. thank you for your invitation to quiet my mind and listen carefully. the art of quiet listening and receiving is something we can all benefit from.
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