Nalini Shetty
Not Quite Ripe
He brings guavas from the tree that leans into the lane. They’re still green, hard in the palm. “Wait,” he says, “just a few days.”
the ache
of things unfinished—
half a smile
in the fruit bowl’s corner
sweet with waiting
About the Author
A stay-at-home mom, Nalini Shetty discovered Japanese short forms in 2017 and quickly developed a deep passion for them. Her work, celebrated for its simplicity and emotional resonance, has been featured in respected haiku journals. She approaches each piece with instinct, blending minimalism and mood to create meaningful connections.