HAIKU


more grey hairs
than this time
last year

reaching for his coat
he didn't need to consult
the weather forecast



sunshine and showers
no need to water the garden

later though, I'd like to go
to a friend's barbecue



shaving for breakfast,
just confirming
last night's invitation



on the same day
the last leaf falls
from the garden oak
another leaflet
through my letterbox



another sleepless night
wearing lambswool
next to my naked skin