We have the restaurant patio to ourselves. Though it’s a hot day, it’s pleasant here in the shade. We’re surrounded by hanging baskets of red, pink, and white flowers that block the outside world. We chair dance to the 80’s music playing in the background. One of my friends says she has few female friends, as she treats us to dinner. She and I tell our friend, who has recently had surgery, how people miss her at the gym. We had her the card that so many people have signed. This has been a bad week for our country, for the world. Not everyone has the luxury to forget the evil around us—because they are experiencing it. We’re fortunate to be able to do so–and I celebrate and cherish this gift of friendship.
Summer evening comes–
breezes brush blossoms with joy,
blooms of laughter fall
This Haibun is for Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday—using synonyms for the words give and receive.
Yesterday and today: Merril's historical musings 
Uplifting, Merril
Thank you, Derrick.
Nice.
Friendship, the healing balm.
Thank you, Ken.
Full of warmth and thoughtful, as always. (K)
Thanks so much, Kerfe.
Merril, what a fabulous Haibun poem. It’s personal and heartfelt—just like I love. The best part is that everyone can connect to the feelings you express. Gorgeous… and sad. ❤
Thank you so much, Colleen! ❤
You’re so welcome. 😍❤️
Beautiful. Friendship blooms, indeed.
Thanks so much, Rose!
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Beautiful, Merril. 🙂
Thank you, D. 🙂
Sounds like a good day out with friends. A nice write😊
Thank you so much!