before the sunrise
regrets drop like spent petals
bare naked ladies
i admit this is not a stellar photograph.
but it does conjure up a crystal clear memory of my companions reaction on the
curvy sea-swept road to mendocino
when i
called out in utter excitement...
"look at those beautiful naked ladies!"
definitely got his attention.
(i hear in the male population there has been a bit of confusion regarding my naked ladies.
i suppose women are more familiar with names of flowers!
yes, these slender pink lilies without any leaves
in my neck of the woods are actually called
naked ladies,
so sorry to disappoint gentleman!)
dear world
remind us to walk outside ourselves
under the blue bowl of morning
with fresh eyes and a heart
for love.
That's what you called out? How delightful you are! These beautiful naked ladies are stellar enough for me :)
Posted by: Hazel | March 16, 2012 at 01:09 AM
Loved that last line in the haiku.
Posted by: Anthony North | March 16, 2012 at 01:20 AM
Who needs a stellar photograph when you have a stellar imagination?
Posted by: Magical Mystical Teacher | March 16, 2012 at 03:11 AM
I am reminded that the 'one constant' in life is change! And the other constant is you beautiful Rebecca, reminding us to live passionately every day!
Sue x
Posted by: Sue Fox | March 16, 2012 at 04:01 AM
That is a clever line, Rebecca, with the bare naked ladies. That's a band name too. ;o) It is! LOVE the color of those flowers...mm...Happy Weekend ((HUGS))
Posted by: Tracy | March 16, 2012 at 05:25 AM
Oh Rebecca... you made me laugh with this story - did the driver stay on the road?!
Posted by: Marit | March 16, 2012 at 05:46 AM
Rebecca ~ wonderful haiku ~ laugh at life ~ such a gift ~ thanks, namaste, Carol ~ Happy Weekend ^_^
Posted by: Carol (artmusedog) | March 16, 2012 at 06:14 AM
Sometimes the dreams before dawn are most vivid, and help us through our backlog of regrets.
Your photo and haiku are like one of those dreams.
Posted by: Bruce | March 16, 2012 at 06:17 AM
I LOVE this haiku..."Drop regrets like spent petals." Really good!!!
Posted by: Libby | March 16, 2012 at 06:27 AM
I had never heard them called "bare naked ladies" before. Around here they are called "Resurrection plants." Beautiful nonetheless!! Wishing you well!! Cathy
Posted by: Cathy | March 16, 2012 at 06:53 AM
I am quite taken with your picture, actually! It is an awesome reminder of spring and brings me great joy. One must wonder how they got that inspiring name!!!
Posted by: AlterEgoMexicana | March 16, 2012 at 06:59 AM
Hee hee, you're lucky he didn't swerve off the road!
I love the second line.
Posted by: Karen | March 16, 2012 at 07:36 AM
You took me for a delighful surprise.. just before the sunrise.. Rebecca, a standing ovation here.. what a lovely pic and haiku..
RS:)
Posted by: Ramesh Sood | March 16, 2012 at 07:41 AM
Lovely flowers and haiku. Napa Valley is a beautiful place.
Posted by: Cheryl's Excellent Adventure | March 16, 2012 at 07:53 AM
what a wonderful memory!!!!!!!!
Big morning smile from me!!!!
Posted by: peggy gatto | March 16, 2012 at 09:15 AM
Rebecca, thanks for dropping back by.. The flowers in my post were Lenten Roses I spelled it incorrectly so you would have a hard time looking them up, sorry! I think the photo of your naked ladies is beautiful! Have a wonderful weekend, Laura
Posted by: cottage and broome | March 16, 2012 at 09:30 AM
Refreshing, wonderful! soft lightness of colour, clear wind, white light, thin garment of spring! Thanks for your comment, we started a post then did not get back to link last week.. no haiku today wither, but will finish the post you peeked at and link Sunday :-), all willing..
Posted by: Lenora | March 16, 2012 at 10:05 AM
I am going to call my surprise lillies naked ladies from now on LOL
mine are not blooming yet however they are peeking out
Posted by: Curtains in my Tree | March 16, 2012 at 01:51 PM
Fun poem and I love the story that goes with it.
Have a great day.
Always, Queenie
Posted by: Queenie Believe | March 16, 2012 at 03:53 PM
beautiful dear rebecca!
Posted by: Laura Hegfield | March 16, 2012 at 04:42 PM
~~I am dancing naked with you tonight with spring flowers, June bugs, and frogs in the pond!!~~
Posted by: deb taylor | March 16, 2012 at 06:37 PM
To those of you with word press, I was not able to get in to leave comments on your wonderful posts!
Posted by: peggy gatto | March 16, 2012 at 07:19 PM
ha you got my attention withe the title and great haiku....spring is upon us....
Posted by: brian miller | March 17, 2012 at 05:30 AM
I was inspired by the last weeks events at my work. So I have written a cascading haiku for this weeks haiku my heart.
Posted by: Chevrefeuille | March 17, 2012 at 07:47 AM
I got the biggest kick out of this, Rebecca. Too true about confused men. I once befuddled my hubby with the name of this flower. The look on his face was priceless.
Posted by: annie | March 17, 2012 at 09:33 AM
I laughed out loud at this. I am in the midst of deep anxiety with a time deadline, so what do I do, I haiku! I just did one. I love your naked ladies, your brash sense of humor, your ability to befuddle and to throw cab drivers off their course. You are a wonder! Let the naked ladies dance in the wind and lose all of their petals!
xoxoox,
Noelle
Posted by: Noelle Clearwater | March 17, 2012 at 11:10 AM
Very catchy title and a beautiful haiku. Love it.
Posted by: Asni /A Walk In My Heart | March 17, 2012 at 09:55 PM
Dear Haiku My Heart, I just have written an essay on Matsuo Basho (a haiku master) on my weblog 'Basho Revisited" that would love to share with you. Feel welcome and free to give your comments.
Namaste
Posted by: Chevrefeuille | March 18, 2012 at 09:29 AM
hehehe, thanks for the chuckle this morning :)
Posted by: leslie | March 19, 2012 at 07:38 AM