Haiku: Honoring All Mothers Stories

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” Maya Angelou 
 

 Mother's Day comes soon
We praise Anne Jarvis wisdom
Each tale a lovesong




This week, the prompt is: Daredevil,  Story
 

What is a haiku?
 As Leo of Haiku Heights aptly explains, a haiku is a three line poem. It shows what the author wants us to understand from it, rather than tell it directly. The limitation to a haiku is seventeen syllables. It can be at maximum, that much. If you wish to go by the traditional Japanese structure even with English haiku, you can use a 5-7-5 syllable, or 3-5-3 syllable structure

Haiku: April Delights...

“April hath put a spirit of youth in everything.” William Shakespeare
 

Haiku: April Delights...

Rising with the sun
April showers bring us love
heavenly delight

A Butterfly's life
caterpillar, chrysalis
At the end... Beauty


 This week, the prompts are: Ascent, Butterfly, Candle
 

What is a haiku?
 As Leo of Haiku Heights aptly explains, a haiku is a three line poem. It shows what the author wants us to understand from it, rather than tell it directly. The limitation to a haiku is seventeen syllables. It can be at maximum, that much. If you wish to go by the traditional Japanese structure even with English haiku, you can use a 5-7-5 syllable, or 3-5-3 syllable structure

On Haiku Heights, we are starting a month of daily (instead of weekly) haiku. I will do my best to share them with you and see how my skills develop. If you've ever wanted to try your hand at Haiku, this is a good time to start. See the prompts here and join the gang:  April Heights Haiku Month.



"The lyric sound of laughter fills the April hills. The joy-song of the crocus, the mirth of daffodils." Clinton Scollard

Haiku: April Delights...

In love's magic touch
The stubborn Ram sought refuge
Aries of the day

Taurus came calling
A bull in a china shop
Fire in the sky


Today, the words are: Aries, Taurus

What is Carpe Diem?  Blog Owner, Kristjaan Panneman,  describes it as:  "a weblog on haiku. It's a new daily haiku meme where you can write a classical or non-classical haiku on a given prompt. Haiku is an ancient Japanese poetry form. A haiku has three short lines and describes a short moment (as short as the sound of a pebble thrown into water). Mostly a haiku counts 5-7-5 syllables and is sometimes called 'counted verse.'"





On Carpe Diem, we are headed in the direction of the zodiac signs and that should be fascinating to do. Again, if you'd like to join in, this is a good time to try your hand at haiku. Come along then, I know you can do it

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Haiku: Easter Greetings...

"Easter is the demonstration of God that life is essentially spiritual and timeless." Charles M. Crowe

Haiku: Easter Greetings...  
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Haiku: Easter Greetings...   
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Easter's special call
Our Christ has risen today
Make a joyful noise

Happy Easter! Happy Passover! What I love about Easter is that spirit of renewal that descends on us as we celebrate the resurrection of Christ. It is an auspicious time for reflection and renewal. It is also a great way to welcome the spring and for those who like the other rituals we attach to the season., there is so much to celebrate. I've added a prayer from Saint John of Damascus to the card above and there is more below. Read and enjoy! Now let the heavens be joyful...

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Haiku: Fortitude And A Few More

"Fortitude is the marshal of thought, the armor of the will, and the fort of reason." Francis Bacon

Haiku: Fortitude And A Few More

Rani Laxmi Bai
Son strapped to back fearlessly...
With courage, fought back

Rebels barked like dogs
A cacophony of words
Anger spewed through swords

Rani Laxmi Bai
With grace and fortitude died
Fighting for her land


 This week, the prompt is: Fortitude. Also completing Cacophony & Origami

What is a haiku?
 As Leo of Haiku Heights aptly explains, a haiku is a three line poem. It shows what the author wants us to understand from it, rather than tell it directly. The limitation to a haiku is seventeen syllables. It can be at maximum, that much. If you wish to go by the traditional Japanese structure even with English haiku, you can use a 5-7-5 syllable, or 3-5-3 syllable structure

“Every creature is better alive than dead, men and moose and pine trees, and he who understands it aright will rather preserve its life than destroy it.”  Henry David Thoreau

 

Haiku: Fortitude And A Few More

Tall and majestic
Pine tree rises to meet God
Below, Goats rejoice

Dandelions grow
Around her strong, steady feet
Blooms spread like kisses

A white kite flies by
Desire springs forth in its heart
Rise like the pine tree!


Today, the words are: Zodiac, Onitsura's Voice of the Pine Tree, Tanpopo (Dandelion), Tako (kite), Oborozuki (Hazy Moon), Shuntoo (Spring Lantern)

What is Carpe Diem?  Blog Owner, Kristjaan Panneman,  describes it as:  "a weblog on haiku. It's a new daily haiku meme where you can write a classical or non-classical haiku on a given prompt. Haiku is an ancient Japanese poetry form. A haiku has three short lines and describes a short moment (as short as the sound of a pebble thrown into water). Mostly a haiku counts 5-7-5 syllables and is sometimes called 'counted verse.'"



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Reflections: A Quick Meal & A Haiku...

"Man seeks to change the foods available in nature to suit his tastes, thereby putting an end to the very essence of life contained in them." Sai Baba

Reflections: A Quick Meal & A Haiku...

Reflections: A Quick Meal & A Haiku...

The last two months have been quite hectic for me. I enrolled in a challenging certification program that has interactive classroom time, a ton of reading, and an exam at the end of each course. Because of the time constraints, and the fact that I'm constantly rushing to class or elsewhere, I've had to cut back on the number of posts I add to both of my blogs, and make a concerted effort to keep up my visits and commenting on other blogs. Also, I've had to find creative ways to prepare quick, healthy dishes that are tasty and easy to make. Today, I'll share a tasty dish I prepared: Brown Rice with a medley of mixed vegetables sauteed in olive oil and Teriyaki sauce.  What made this dish a delight was the ease and speed it took to create it.

Cooking is like love. It should be entered into with abandon or not at all." Harriet van Horne

Reflections: A Quick Meal & A Haiku...

Reflections: A Quick Meal & A Haiku...

End of snow...
Spring gathers its wares
Soon the blooms...

Soon the blooms...
Deer wander the yard
Food to share

Food to share...
Brown rice and veggies
Summer's near...


Today, the word is: Yuki no hate (end of snow)

What is Carpe Diem?  Blog Owner, Kristjaan Panneman,  describes it as:  "a weblog on haiku. It's a new daily haiku meme where you can write a classical or non-classical haiku on a given prompt. Haiku is an ancient Japanese poetry form. A haiku has three short lines and describes a short moment (as short as the sound of a pebble thrown into water). Mostly a haiku counts 5-7-5 syllables and is sometimes called 'counted verse'" .'"





Why the haiku?& I added the haiku to share a breezy note as we hopefully celebrate the end of snow and anticipate the coming spring. Are you ready for spring? Are you a fan of Brown rice? I am and I love to use Minute® Rice

Brown rice because it's ready in 10 minutes and retains that nutty flavoring. For some folk, it's an acquired taste but once you try it, you'd understand why it's easy, convenient to use and a healthy grain choice. For this easy prep dish, here's the Rice Recipe: Ingredients: 1 cup Brown rice, 1 cup water, Measure a cup of dry brown rice and set aside. In a pot, add a cup of water and bring to boil. Add the dry rice, lid, turn the stove temperature to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir the pot and its contents a few times and then let stand for 5minutes. While the rice is simmering, you can start the vegetable medley and the recipe is below.
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