ShaneGilreath's Vault

Abandoned Lot abandoned lot . . . even the dandelion leaves the scene

Sunday Drive smiles widen with anticipation . . . sunday drive

Corn Mash Whiskey out on the porch grandpa grins . . . corn mash whiskey

Beneath the sprawling branches of an ancient sakura, its blossoms a delicate veil against the sky, sits a wise haijin. His eyes, deep with knowledge, gaze upon the parchment in his hands, reflecting on the haiku that flowed from his soul as effortlessly as the stream before him. Two koi fish, their scales glinting like precious gems, surface from the water’s depths, drawn to the silent muse of the poet. They watch, with a curiosity unspoken, as the haijin contemplates the fleeting beauty of nature, the impermanence of life, and the eternal dance of words that capture the essence of both. In this moment, surrounded by the whispers of the wind and the soft chorus of the stream, the poet and the fish share a silent understanding, a connection bridging the divide between man and nature. greetings koi san now my haiku is complete

"Chameleon" is an observation of humanity and how our identities can become unfamiliar, even to ourselves, as we explore new concepts, ideas, communities, knowledge and relationships as we become a giant composite of our sum experiences.

Maneki Duck - Episode One - Chopstick Mania

Lovely Hula Hands stories spoken without speaking a word . . . lovely hula hands

Sailboats creaking in rhythm . . . sailboats

Sea Turtle in flight on a graceful voyage . . . sea turtle

"Spring Song" - The Art of Haiku Collection spring song . . . the scent of sakura fills the air

Rose-Colored Glasses In the bustling streets of Tokyo, there lived a geisha named Sakura. With her porcelain skin, jet-black hair adorned with delicate cherry blossoms, and an elegant kimono, she was the epitome of grace and style. But what truly set Sakura apart was her rose-colored glasses—literally. She wore them everywhere, believing that life was more beautiful when seen through their tinted lenses. Sakura danced at the most exclusive tea houses, captivating patrons with her fluid movements and enchanting smile. Her confidence was unshakable, whether she was performing the traditional tea ceremony or engaging in witty banter with influential guests. Her rose-colored perspective allowed her to turn setbacks into stepping stones, and soon, she became renowned not only for her beauty but also for her business acumen. Sakura’s geisha house flourished under her leadership, and whispers of her success echoed through the lantern-lit alleys of Tokyo

The Old Straw Hat a haiku art story of grief and loss.

Tadpole tadpole, you have grown . . . by leaps and bounds

Mans's Best Friend a perpetual smile and wagging tail . . . man's best friend

"Tranquility" celebrates the conquest of fear through inner peace.

Maneki Duck - Episode Three - Scooter Schizophrenia

A Black Carp harvest moon . . . a black carp abandons its shadows

A Beach Crab (A nostalgic reflection of my childhood in Maui) scurrying here . . . scurrying there . . . a beach crab

First Date 1939 Harlem - An art decolite anxiously awaits her beau. It had been months since she had some time to herself, and now she was really ready to swing the night away. red lipstick on her teeth . . . first date

Silver Moon silver moon . . . palm fronds whisper into the night