Life moving forward
leaving behind a regret
courageous new start

Prayer mixes with smoke
around the great sacred fire
ManidoAki...

Rain turning to sleet
dangerous for travelers
lives out of control

Unique ice crystals
falling through winter's gray air
entertains the eye

In the moon's bright glow
a leafless tree stands alone
in silent coldness

High flying cranes
dot an angry winter sky
searching a haven