In the night a fawn
learns the touch of wonderment,
snow has fallen soft

Racoon climbs down from
oak tree den foraging for
food to feed her kits

Mayfly hatchlings hover
over water trout rising
feasting for the day

Corn field ripening
fawn at lower fence stares at
unknown two-legged animal

Carp dying on beach
last of its species lake’s loss
speedboat joyride kills

Rattler lurking poised
amid the roots to strike at
inquisitive mouse

Human predators below
Possum in its leafy tree
seeking safety hides

Horse ears held back
apprehensive as snake moves
seeking morning sun

These thoughts just a clutch
of  rough words upon a page
Haiku Masquerade

James Gagiikwe  © 2008