by Cheryl Batavia

Haiku for Soulmates Anthology coming soon!

Gabriela Marie Milton, Editor

Many thanks to Gabriela for the opportunity to participate in this anthology project. It was fun writing the haiku, and it is an honor to have my work included. Congratulations to Gabriela and to all the many contributors!

Since moving to this house five years ago, one thing I have missed is the ecstatic serenades of mockingbirds. This spring, a virtuoso mockingbird moved into our neighborhood. Here is a tribute to that talented new neighbor who has been singing his heart out all morning!

Mockingbird performs

sweet repertoire of songs;

joy to my morning!

Copyright© 2026 by Cheryl Batavia

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    1. Unknown's avatar

      Thank you so much, Lincol, for your kind words. 💕

      I watched and listened to the tiny mockingbird again this afternoon. It is perched high in the top of a very tall live oak tree, and continues to sing… a very beautiful and inspiring concert! 😊

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      1. Unknown's avatar

        Thank you for sharing that beautiful scene. What a privilege to be able to hear the mockingbird and be inspired by its song from the top of the oak tree. Your description conveys peace and beauty, and I’m glad you enjoyed it so much.

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    2. Unknown's avatar

      da-AL, Thank you for your kind invitation to review Haiku for Soulmates. I purchased it today. I intend to read and review it when I come back from the road trip with my daughters at the end of May. I will be in touch.

      Hope your week is off to a great start! ❤️

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