Sunday, December 12, 2010

松風

Matsukaze

Tidal scent rises
from wrack, shell,
and the crush of kelp,
flavoring salinity.

The lash of an offshore wind
teases the beach pine branch.
まつかぜ
the tree surrenders
her name.

Bereft she bears the hesitant moon
awaiting the return of misfortunate love.

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