I always appreciate this author entering the world of socio-economic dynamics, social injustice, and business or political ethics, or lack therein:
end of the
corporate ladder
autumn thistle
—LAURENCE STACEY
A haiku, it has a seasonal reference, that is not just natural history, but an allusion to people bent on careers that are only self-serving, and only that while in employment. It can be an empty success once retired, or made to retire.
The autumn thistle is a thing of beauty, but it has its brittle nature, its dryness, too.
A wonderfully deep haiku full of layers and sadness.
October 2nd, 2014 at 10:00 am
Very nice.
October 2nd, 2014 at 10:10 am
Great haiku – definitely winner material for the Financial Times haiku competition!
October 2nd, 2014 at 12:12 pm
Very nice except the golden parachute is white. Ron Grognet
October 2nd, 2014 at 1:57 pm
Evocative of the barbs and stings of outrageous fortune. They are unlikely to injure seriously but enough to put you off.
October 3rd, 2014 at 2:40 am
Highly enjoyable!
marion
October 3rd, 2014 at 9:48 am
I always appreciate this author entering the world of socio-economic dynamics, social injustice, and business or political ethics, or lack therein:
end of the
corporate ladder
autumn thistle
—LAURENCE STACEY
A haiku, it has a seasonal reference, that is not just natural history, but an allusion to people bent on careers that are only self-serving, and only that while in employment. It can be an empty success once retired, or made to retire.
The autumn thistle is a thing of beauty, but it has its brittle nature, its dryness, too.
A wonderfully deep haiku full of layers and sadness.
warm regards,
Alan