Tuesday, March 31, 2020

A Colony of Penguin Haiku

Propelled by his wings,
he soars above the landscape
of the sea bottom.

Emperor penguin
stands just about twelve inches
shorter than my wife.

Balanced on dad's feet,
protected by his brood pouch --
unhatched penguin egg.

Rockhopper penguin
resembles a punk rocker
with that crazy 'do.

The only sounds
among mountains of madness --
squawking of penguins. - Jeff Barnes

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

A Rhyming Haiku for COVID-19

Sheltering in place,
careful not to touch my face.
Goodbye, human race? - Jeff Barnes