Summer days of healing.
The 500 Reads Haiku Challenge by Carolina Borges.
Balm for summer days
Babbling brook...Cool waters
Toes dipped...Heavenly!
I recently went on an uphill walk on a trail which led to a gorgeous cascading waterfall. I was sweating from the get-go, the sun came our after a bit of rain and all the younger folks were far ahead, impatiently (in a fun way) egging me on. Imagine my joy and happiness to see a babbling brook of cool water galloping along the many stones without a care in the world.
Still, I had to keep up with the younger uns and wait until we got to the top of this uphill mother of an uphill climb before I could dip my toes into the cool welcoming stream.
What a wonderful day it was, the waterfall and the stream...pure delight.
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The prompt to cheer Carolina on to the next milestone. Kudos to her.
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Novel Allen
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Comments (12)
This one felt like a deep exhale. The mix of warmth, water, and healing was so vivid—and your author’s note made it all the more moving. I’m reading through all the entries now, and this one brought me real peace. Thank you for sharing such a joyful moment.
Beautifully vivid portrayal of your refreshing experience… I know the feeling!🙃
Oh, so wonderful, Novel <3
What a lovely haiku! That sounds so refreshing right about now!
So beautiful and vivid, Novel, it's like I dipped my toes there.
tranquil and serene
-N- I've so enjoyed you from the GiT-Go..! -J-
These are wonderful thoughts beautifully shared
Ah, sounds heavenly indeed, Novel! Beautiful. Glad you enjoyed. ☺️
Nice and peaceful flow! Beautiful, Novel.
That sure sounds like a wonderful adventure and experience. Loved your poem!
Enjoyable day indeed. Blessings to the healing powers of water.