Haiku is simply what is happening in this place at this moment - Basho
grandma’s porch-
rocking chairs and blossoms
speak of love
a late spring snow-
racing the sun
children and snowmen
morning edition-
truthfulness and lies
in black and white
obituaries-
a murder of ravens
descend upon the lawn
every morning-
pages filled with nothing
fifty cents
an empty shoebox-
yellowing photos
and stepped on memories
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Reviews of "Haiku - A Set of Six"
Reviewed by Andy Turner (Reader)
Reviewed on May 30, 2005
HUH, we must have the same paper. Nice Ku,s AD Babe..
Reviewed by Mark Mahoney (Reader)
Reviewed on May 22, 2005
What can i add to those that have gone before me, nothing...except these are really good and a pleasure to read, thanks for the buzz...Mark xx
Reviewed by Seth Mullins (Reader)
Reviewed on May 21, 2005
Poignant and nacked truth in a scene that feels frozen in time. Each haiku had at least one line that lit a little fire in my mind. Thanks for filling my head with candles, Lori.
Reviewed by Richard Christopher Suarez (Reader)
Reviewed on May 20, 2005
This is really good!
I like it's real scenario....I could see
What you've written here.....Really Well Done!
I love them all, and agree too, that sometimes, that fifty cents is wasted on the political gossip sheet, known as the newspaper. But my grandmother was a very loving woman, and I saw very little of her. I never built a snowman, and I never threw a snowball. Great set tho, sis, Thnx a bunch for sharing. May the Lord Jesus bless you and yours, and be with you always, and at your side constantly. With much love in my heart, joy to the world, peace on earth, & ((((((((((MANY SISTERLY HUGGGGSSSS)))))))))), yourlittle sister, Barbie
"If I have to be this girl in me, Then I may as well be."
Wonderfully done, Lori. Each one expresses vivid images that awaken emotions as I read. Thank you for sharing this gift of haiku. Love and peace to you. Regis
I love all of these, Lori, the second and third being my favoirtes. It is so great to see you posting again. I have missed your wonderful work.
Take care,
Sherry
Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on May 5, 2005
Luv the first one
All are great...
Your name just popped into my brain yesterday
wondering where you've been....really
This is a book of free verse poetry that addresses the seven main tests in life and offers some sensible solutions to passing those tests with minimal discomfort.
This is really good!
I like it's real scenario....I could see
What you've written here.....Really Well Done!
Rich
"If I have to be this girl in me, Then I may as well be."
It's great to see you back! I've missed reading your beautifully, perfectly penned haiku--yaaaaaaaaaaay! You're back where you belong!
Each one dynamic and stirs different emotions and visions--love them all, but that last one--WOW
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :)
Peace, Carole
Very exacting and exemplary Haiku - outstanding!!
Blessings,
Robert
Take care,
Sherry
All are great...
Your name just popped into my brain yesterday
wondering where you've been....really
ejoyed much
William ....Peace & Love
Elizabeth
Gee I still struggle to do these!!
I guess I talk too much..lol!
Love Tinka
Hugs,
Tami
You've been missed!
Eileen