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Breath in Wood

Small Heat Challenge

By Pamela WilliamsPublished about a month ago Updated about a month ago 1 min read
Breath in Wood
Photo by wu yi on Unsplash

Mahogany harp,

Your breath melts pure icicles,

Warm sighs between notes.

Haiku

About the Creator

Pamela Williams

“Suppose I had wings like the dawning day and flew across the ocean. Even then your powerful arm would guide and protect me.”

— Psalm 139:9–10, Contemporary English Version (CEV)

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  • Aarsh Malik23 days ago

    I love how “warm sighs between notes” captures what happens in the spaces of music, not just the sound itself. It’s a subtle, elegant way to express intimacy and presence.

  • ThatWriterWoman25 days ago

    Perfect depiction of harp sound- nicely done Pamela

  • This is such an interesting and unique take on the challenge!

  • Love the image and the concept of your words

  • Lana V Lynxabout a month ago

    Wow, this is very creative, Pamela, wood producing heat not by burning but by playing an elegant and sophisticated instrument. I loved this!

  • Dharrsheena Raja Segarranabout a month ago

    That felt so blissful. So beautifully written. Loved it so much!

  • Susan Paytonabout a month ago

    This is beautiful Pamela. I too love the last line, and the photo. Nicely Done!!!

  • Alyssa Mussoabout a month ago

    This is so lovely, Pamela! I love the last line.

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