Art is the process of presenting reality in a different manner, to facilitate understanding and appreciation. I was obsessed with beautiful objects for the home, till I reached a point of Zen.
The much-loved objects have become clutter. Eyes dart across the room, looking for things, hitherto considered indispensable, and then, get used to the new found serenity. It is the novelty of the experience that attracts first, before moving to the underlying concept of peace and unity.
Beauty is only a matter of perception. Maybe, I tire of Zen tomorrow, and introduce a few highlights on the neutral background. One will only enhance the beauty of another.
The scum on water
creates awareness of the
purity within.
Reena, like you I love (long for) the simplicity of a Zen-like home–but when you live with and love another, I guess that’s when you look for and create it within. Your haiku is so perceptive.
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‘Creating it within’ is awesome. Thanks!
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I guess I’m still lost in the “clutter” of things which hold special memories, symbols of a life well lived. I grasp the concept of “simplicity”, but seem not ready for it yet. Lovely haiku!
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Thanks, Beverly!
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Excellent post, Reena, I love the haiku.
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Thank you so much!
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😉
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Nice haiku about scum and purity. I liked your definition of art as presenting reality in a different manner.
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Thank you, Frank!
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I do like the haiku!
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Thanks, Jane!
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🙂
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Great response to the prompt. Especially love the haiku!
I’m reminded of the “simplicity movement.” 🙂 Feng shui. Minimalism. Where the eye has the opportunity to rest and recognize the beauty rather than flitting though all the clutter. Yes indeed.
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Thanks, Lillian!
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Interesting perspectives at play here.
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A nice haibun and an insightful haiku. I liked that the haiku had a nature theme that enhanced your prose. Well done!
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Thank you so much!
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