Haiku

unfamiliar song 
overheard in maple tree 
strange bird summons spring



Senryu

anticipation
two steps forward, one step back
clouds form, but no rain


path narrows ahead
obstacle or adventure
only you can say


anger-tinged panic
scribbled papers everywhere
keys misplaced again


proof of life required
poetry beside the point
breathe in, now exhale


Barbara Crary, 3/29/24