Hubble Space Telescope-Image of Supernova 1994D (SN1994D) in galaxy NGC 4526 (SN 1994D is the bright spot on the lower left). NASA/ESA, The Hubble Key Project Team and The High-Z Supernova Search Team
Twinkle, bang—a star explodes, sending its dust into space. We’re made of that dust, ephemeral and eternal. Everything connected, nothing ever truly extinct. Listen—
stars shimmer and sing
treble and bass symphony,
bestowing beauty
in bright notes of stellar light
tumbling into space
At dVerse, Linda has asked us to use the word “extinction” (or some form of the word) in a quadrille, a poem of 44 words. The extra challenge is not to discuss climate change.
This is a haibun tanka quadrille. Maybe a haibun tanka is not a thing, but oh well. I’ve also used synonyms for fall and give for Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday challenge. I was joking with someone about stars “singing,” but here’s an article about the sounds they make.
Yesterday and today: Merril's historical musings 
I like the synonyms in this musical piece
Thank you, Derrick.
Perfect response to her prompt. Fascinating info.
Thank you very much!
I like the though that nothing is ever truly extinct.
Thank you, Frank!
❤ this!
Thank you so much!
So optimistic! A beautiful metaphor 🙂
On another note, If stars sing, I wonder what our Sun is singing—a lament?
Thank you so much!
The sun might be singing a lament–or laughing at us.
We’d deserve either 🙂
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Beautiful Merril. ‘We all shine on, like the moon, and the stars, and the sun.’ – John Lennon
Thank you, Linda!
I can always count on you to find hope, even in extinction. But it’s true, our elements will find a new home. (K)
Yes, I just wanted to write something a bit hopeful today. 🙂
Love this … especially the hopeful note that nothing is ever truly extinct. Although some might argue that indeed species have gone extinct, perhaps they’re just waiting until us humans get out of the way before they make a comeback. Then again, as you note, everything is connected and nothing and no one is ever truly gone.
Thank you, Marie. So many horrible things, going on, I just wanted to write something not so horrible.
Yes, of course, species have become extinct, but–as you said, connections. 😉
A lovely symphony to imagine.
btw… a haibun may contain a haiku or a tanka
Thank you, Ken.
Those space images from Hubble are amazing. It’s hard to wrap my head around. Thank you for this.
Thank you for reading and commenting!
Every once in a while when I’m feeling either particularly down, or particularly up, I remind myself that I’m made of star dust. Now I better add a tune to that story!
Thanks so much, Pam!
Fabulous, Merril! I think a Haibun can go with any syllabic form. The images from the Hubble are awe-inspiring for sure! I also connect to your words, “Everything connected, nothing ever truly extinct.” ❤
Thank you very much, Colleen!
And among all those stars, does it really matter what happens on our speckle of dust.
Yes, very true. Thank you.
Gorgeous piece! I love it. ❤
Thanks so much, Vashti!
You’re welcome, Merril! 🙂
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Somehow missed this one.
I love this and yes, we are all connected…
Thank you very much, Dale. (I think I might have missed something of yours, too–crazy writing week! 🙂 )
My pleasure.
And no worries. There are days I think I read a whole novel – and that’s just all the blogs put together!
I know! It takes a lot of time to keep up!
When I participate in challenges, I try to read all he submissions. It’s a full-time job!
Yes, that’s why I haven’t done many challenges lately!
I swear if I didn’t do them, I wouldn’t even write…
🙂