Troiku

on the credenza
the images of ancestors
lighted by a candle
© Chèvrefeuille

on the credenza
birthday cake still in the box
first birthday party

flickering shadows –
the images of ancestors
cast by candle light

lighted by a candle
ancestors past and present
in whispered prayer

Pat R

9/24/17

For Carpe Diem Haiku: Meditation Troiku