Judith E. P Johnson
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'Each haiku is not a mere poetic sketch, but a journey to explore the mysteries hidden behind. Day Moon Fading suggests the secrets in familiar matters. The midday moon, not lying on the surface, is watching over the poet from the sky throughout in the collection. Day Moon Fading is a fantastic haiku collection.' - Toshio Kimura, Professor of English, Nihon University, Tokyo
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Judith E. P. Johnson has that crucial characteristic for haiku poets, an ability to notice the minor miracles of ordinary existence, a blackbird bathing in a dog's bowl, daisies ankle-deep on a lawn, the reflection of a jasmine flower in a rain puddle, these are acute observations that transform everyday life into fine haiku. When she writes, 'running along the beach the wind and I', she invites us on a poetic journey where we can share her experience...
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'The haiku in Alone at the Window resonate with warmth, wit and wisdom. The poet's tender observations and clear imagery create an unfolding of meaning as the reader reflects on each poem. These moments of celebration are imbued with a sense of wonder and appreciation for life, inviting us to share the richness to be found in daily, living in our relationships with each other and the world around us.'
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'One feels accompanied by the poet in these pages; through gardens, along country roads and city streets, along windswept coastlines and out on the water. You will encounter many invitations to pause, to share an observation of something tiny close-up or to admire some distant expanse. We also ponder occasional memories and wonderings about times long ago. There is karumi here, that delicate quality of lightness and simplicity where things are presented...