S9E13 Haiku between wings, contemporary short poetry
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In this reflective episode of Poetry Pea, host Patricia invites listeners into a meditative space centered on birds and the quiet power of short poetic forms, particularly haiku and related Japanese-inspired structures. Drawing from a February video prompt curated by Avinda Kaur, she shares a series of evocative poems that explore themes of urban nature, seasonal transitions, and the emotional resonance of birdsong. Poets such as Melissa Denison, David Cox, Hipsa Ashraf, and Jonathan Blakesley contribute works that range from serene to ominous, capturing the complexity of human connection to the natural world. The episode also highlights the importance of community, submission opportunities for haibun, and the ongoing mission to sustain poetry through listener support and word-of-mouth sharing. Patricia closes with gratitude, personal reflections on her voice returning from a hiatus, and a gentle nudge to submit work before the April 15 deadline.
Birds in poetry serve as powerful metaphors for emotion, memory, and the fleeting beauty of nature.
The act of writing haiku or related forms encourages deep observation of small, meaningful moments.
Community and submission are vital to sustaining literary journals and podcasts like Poetry Pea.
Poetry can be a form of quiet protest, resistance, and emotional release, especially in times of unrest.
Supporting independent poetry platforms—through donations, sharing, or submissions—helps preserve accessible, intimate art.
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Welcome and the Power of Birds in Poetry
“It's a quiet corner for poetry, reflection and the small moments that gather meaning as we pause to notice them.”
February Video Prompt Poems: Birds in the Sky and Mind
“A morning murder that won't make the news, crows darken the sky.”
Haiku from the Archives: Nature’s Sounds and Silences
“Gravity has no hold on the skylark's spiralling song.”
Community, Support, and the Future of Poetry
Patricia gently encourages listeners to support the podcast through memberships, donations, or sharing. She reflects on the importance of community, the joy of receiving submissions, and the personal significance of poetry in daily life, including her own recovery from a vocal hiatus.
Closing Reflections and a Look Ahead
The episode concludes with gratitude to contributors, a mention of Jonathan Blakesley’s haiku being selected for Washington’s Golden Triangle, and a reminder to sign up for the newsletter. Patricia promises a return with a stronger voice and a new prompt for April’s submission window.
“A morning murder that won't make the news, crows darken the sky.”
“I wonder which birdsong that would be? And if you only had one birdsong left to hear, What bird would you choose?”
“It's a quiet corner for poetry, reflection and the small moments that gather meaning as we pause to notice them.”
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Poetry P. Journal
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Avinda Kaur
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Journal 1
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Wales Haiku Journal
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David Cox
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