Melanie Hayes   A Rengay by Melanie & Melissa A Haibun

Haibun Grass clippings to my ankles, running through the yard. My itchy nose and watery eyes. Fresh cut blades in fluffy rows under and around the maples. Behind the house, in a scarce garden, yard ornaments. A gray donkey in red sneakers next to a white lamb with a green bonnet. On the clothesline linens and undergarments with their gentle flutter. Satin bells and strong stems; lilies of the valley around the base of the house. home from grandma’s— grass stains on my knees   Rengay The Optimist whispers in the dark sisters speak of their futures nightlight flickers twice pitch black piercing headlights the widow returns home to her dog keys jingle heels on the drive soften soapsuds ring the tub Sunday evening red circles cover the classifieds —Melanie and Melissa Hayes