Snowstorm
An endless walk into snowy sadness – the serene landscape of winter, breathing bubbles of loneliness that threatens to last forever. I gape at the beauty, wrapped in a deceitful cloak of hope that is phony. Frozen tears sheathe my vision; I can’t see beyond winter snow. Burying my face in the scarf, I wander in this desolation, shivering.
shrouded in cold clouds
I stand, without a foothold
snowstorm rages within
© Balroop Singh
Thanks to Colleen for the inspiration to write syllabic poetry. The challenge is to compose a haibun, with at least one haiku, using a Kigo word.
Kigo words that I chose for this challenge: cold clouds.
Emotional Shadows 
The intensity is palpable…
Thank you Annette.
You capture winter’s beauty, Balroop, as well as it’s lonely, cold, and deceptive nature. Your poetry is so full of feeling, my friend. My heart goes out to you.
Thank you Diana, I don’t think this darkness would ever end.
Both of these are incredible expressions of your grief. The second one is stunning with its emotional punch. Hugs and love to you, Balroop.
Thanks Lisa. 🤗
Dear Balroop,
Your poems are so sheer and beautiful, expressing your grief with such strength.
I hope you have someone near you who can hold you and comfort. Your friends
here will help out with thoughts sent through the ether.
Big hugs xx
miriam
Thank you for your kind words of comfort, Miriam. 🤗
The emotions you’ve written into this haibun really grab my heart. I feel your pain. ❤️
Thanks Colleen, your prompts are keeping my words alive.
Keep writing, Balroop. Your words fly into heaven with wings. xx
What a beautiful way to encourage! Love your thought. Thank you Colleen.
Both beautiful and heart-rending, Balroop. Grief swirls in these words as soul-ache. I send you prayers and love, my friend. 💙 ❤️
Thank you Mae. 🤗
So sad and beautiful. I pray God eases your pain.
Thanks Priscilla.
I’m just now learning about the haibun. You really made me feel the emotions in your writing.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts Kymber.
Your words Balroop bring tears as I feel the depth of the sadness within your heart… I hope by the time Winter has passed, That Spring is then able to warm your heart a little…
Sending LOVE your way Balroop.. ❤
Thanks for directing my thoughts toward hope, Sue. 🤗
Lots of love Balroop xx
The chills of winter seem to add to your cold sadness, Balroop! Your poem is heavy yet beautiful. I feel your loneliness. I pray for your strength to endure!
Thank you so much for your prayers, Miriam. My mind is rejecting all strength at this time and wants to dwell on desolation.
Grieving is a healthy emotion, Balroop! My husband lost his best friend. He grieved for a long time.
Chilly winter in nature and in your heart dear Balroop. We can all feel it. I pray that a new season will bring glimpses of hope and a bit of sunlight to ease your pain.
Sending you love and light.
Thank you Marie for your reminders of love and light, which seem elusive right now.
Deep and profound poem Balroop. You have captured the snow so beautifully.
Thank you Kamal.
Always welcome Balroop 🤗
Hi Balroop, this is such an intense haibun. Incredibly beautiful and heartfelt
So powerful, Balroop. Touched my emotions.
What a beautiful and descriptive piece of writing, Balroop, and I felt the heartbreak in your words. Sending hugs…
Thank you Lauren. 🤗
Balroop, I’m shivering after reading this poem. There seems to be no relief in sight, sound, or feel. I pray the spring thaw reaches you soon, when it is time ❤
Thank you for your kind words Lisa.
You are welcome ❤
Powerful, Balroop. “Snowstorm rages within” – oh my goodness. Those three words say it all. 💙
Thanks Gwen.
The grief within that poem weighs heavy on my heart. You are so gifted with your words, Balroop! Sending you hugs and comfort…
Yvette M Calleiro 🙂
http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com
Thank you Yvette. 🤗
Balroop, your haibun skillfully captures the emotional turmoil of a snowstorm, blending external chill with internal struggle. The haiku succinctly encapsulates your prose, creating a poignant experience. Well crafted!
~David
Thank you so much David, I appreciate your thoughts about Snowstorm, which says more about the internal storm.
A very beautiful frigid haibun💜✍🏾
Thank you Jude.
My heart felt heavy while reading,full of emotions, you create a story whenever you write. I can feel the ache in words, can’t imagine what you are going through , Sending you virtual hugs .