Alive

Larger-than-life model of a fallen soldier, and an army doctor sitting beside the body. An exhibit about the Gallipoli campaign, as seen at the museum of New Zealand in Wellington. — An exhibit about the Gallipoli campaign, the museum of New Zealand in Wellington.

Fallen soldiers sleep—
the living die every day,
their wars never end.

Cashmere

Priceless treasure
made from fine goat fur: Cashmere,
A kiwi suburb.

Cashmere is the rich wool made from cashmere, pashmina, or other specific breeds of goats. It’s also the name of a beautiful suburb in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Christchurch

City of chessboards
where the winds knock you over
yet you win a view.

Flying

Photo of multiple Qantas airplanes waiting on the apron, as seen from the window seat of a plane, Qantas logos visible on their tails.

Flying kangaroo,
returning homeward those tired
souls with deep pockets.

Trail

Long and winding roads
journey of sharp turns and twists—
life’s a hiking trail

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