Lori A Minor
Midnight Radio
Their fighting always started after bedtime. I’d lie there, cocooning myself in a blanket as if it were a shell of safety, and start singing. Eventually I’d learn to just sleep with music on.
starless night nothing but static
About the Author
Lori A Minor, editor of #FemkuMag, was shortlisted for the Touchstone Award (2017, 2019) and gave a presentation on social awareness in haiku at Haiku North America 2019. She is honored to be selected for New Resonance 12 (Red Moon Press). Lori’s fifth collection, Recycled Virgin, is available by contacting her.
Hi Lori,
The way I used to cocoon myself in the wail of the foghorn. Thank you.
Anyone who has been there will understand this haibun perfectly.
Lovely last line, to sleep with the music on.