A Candle in the Woods

one tiny thing to bring hope

By Gabriel ShamesPublished 28 days ago • 1 min read

One flame burning strong,

A point of light among snow -

Can it keep its warmth?

Haiku Ode nature poetry

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Gabriel Shames

I’m an east coast American, interested in writing poetry and fiction as long as I can remember. I took a test in 4th grade where they told me I wrote creatively at a college level!

Hope you enjoy reading as much I as I do creating ❣️

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Niall James Bradley5 days ago
Great haiku. Love the opening line.
HandsomelouiiThePoet (Lonzo ward)27 days ago
Well, thought-out 🥶❤️‍🔥Nice!

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A Candle in the Woods

one tiny thing to bring hope

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