Daily Archives: March 10, 2020

Be Careful Out There

Posted on March 10, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Poets & Storytellers United Weekly Scribblings #9 – Contagion  (posted by Magaly) “You know what else can keep a mind from losing itself in a time of crisis? Creativity, and community, and ink-infused hope. So, dearest poets and … Continue reading →

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Karumi (lightness)

Posted on March 10, 2020 by purplepeninportland

Written for:  Carpe Diem Tan Renga Wednesday #16 Basho’s “karumi” What is karumi? “Bashô developed this concept during his final travels in 1693. Karumi is perhaps one of the most important and least understood principles of haiku poetry. Karumi can … Continue reading →

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