Written for SenHai Saturday where our host,
Susi asks us to write a senryu and haiku using
the image shown below as inspiration.
Here’s where the image took me.

ancient spire endures
the sea hammers without rest
stones learn to let go
⌘ ⌘ ⌘
storm clouds press the shore
sea spray crowns the jagged rock
one wave, then silence
NAR©2026
This is “Ridin’ the Storm Out” by REO Speedwagon
Everything on The Elephant’s Trunk was created by me unless indicated otherwise. Thank you for your consideration. NAR©2017–present.

Very atmospheric Nance 🩷
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A very descriptive ‘Sen Hai’ … You’ve had a few stormy nights and turbulent seas articles lately, … I think I’ll send you a lighthouse for Christmas, my friend ….
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beautiful 💜💜 Nancy 🫶🫶
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