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The Wisdom of Hibernation

A Senryū

By D. J. ReddallPublished about a month ago 1 min read
https://ar.inspiredpencil.com/pictures-2023/grizzly-bear-sleeping-in-a-cave

Winter speaks wise words

In the language of the bear

We need translations

Senryu

About the Creator

D. J. Reddall

I write because my time is limited and my imagination is not.

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  • Andrea Corwin 27 days ago

    We need “it’s time to rest some” translated by the bear. Good job!

  • L.I.E29 days ago

    I want to sleep like a bear in hibernation. I understand why.

  • Aarsh Malikabout a month ago

    By giving winter and the bear their own fluent tongue, you play with the idea that wisdom moves in non-human currents. The poem nudges us toward humility, reminding us we’re not the center of the conversation.

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  • Dharrsheena Raja Segarranabout a month ago

    I wish I could hibernate. It's such an excellent way to escape reality!

  • Matthew J. Frommabout a month ago

    My friend, my body is yearning for a hibernation week lol

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