a haiku from my study window

blame Ghost of Tsushima if you want for this poetic impulse


I’ve had this in my head for a few days. I blame the haiku segments in Ghost of Tsushima.

A lonely dogwood
overshadowed by maples
blooming defiant

I feel a lot like the dogwood in my backyard. I’m overshadowed by others, and yet I continue my struggle, refusing to yield while strength remains.