The Equinox Flower, by Mathew Weitman

Yakishime pottery, by Fumio Ito (Japan). Contemporary. Click image for artist site.

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The Equinox Flower
[For Fumio Ito]
 
Or, this morning
I think of the division of red
spider lilies in the rice
fields and lips mouthing the Heart
Sutra to match the humming of the bee
hive imitating pottery.

Mathew Weitman

Mathew Weitman is a New York based poet, musician, and freelance writer. Additionally, he has worked and studied extensively with the eminent Japanese potter and zen monk, Fumio Ito. Much of his work is inspired by his travels, volunteer work, and studies.