Friday, October 19, 2012
Haiku Friday: Autumn Memories
Traditionally, haiku often dealt with the seasons, and this is the right time to return to that tradition. In Minnesota, it is the heart of a real autumn-- a blanket of red and gold leaves, crisp air, and the unpacking of sweaters.
I think that fall, more than any other season, unlocks deep and meaningful memories, so let that be our topic for today. It can be from any fall of your life, about any event... just so long as it matters to you.
Here is mine:
New Haven Autumn
Stone buildings, red leaves, and dreams
My eyes wide open.
Now it is your turn-- just make it 5/7/5 for syllable count, and strive for the prize-- your bio here on Monday!
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Red-hot red, blazing
gold, flaming orange. Colors
I missed in Texas.
No real seasons in
my hometown. Just hot, more hot,
then chilly-damp there.
Now my world shows me
God’s glorious palette. How
the colors sparkle.
Fall brings beauty I
still marvel at. My friends
wonder why I gush.
They’ve had these treasures
for a lifetime. I am still
amazed, awed, thankful.
gold, flaming orange. Colors
I missed in Texas.
No real seasons in
my hometown. Just hot, more hot,
then chilly-damp there.
Now my world shows me
God’s glorious palette. How
the colors sparkle.
Fall brings beauty I
still marvel at. My friends
wonder why I gush.
They’ve had these treasures
for a lifetime. I am still
amazed, awed, thankful.
I miss blazing leaves
Maybe we'll meet one day soon
As I drive homeward
(In your defense, I did much finger-tapping to check and your haiku is indeed a 5/7/5)
Maybe we'll meet one day soon
As I drive homeward
(In your defense, I did much finger-tapping to check and your haiku is indeed a 5/7/5)
Orchard first date stroll
Apple for my bride to be
Two hearts a flutter...
Vivid moments held
Difficult decisions made
hearts no longer one...
- though treasured memories as numerous as the leaves blanketing my lawn remain...
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Apple for my bride to be
Two hearts a flutter...
Vivid moments held
Difficult decisions made
hearts no longer one...
- though treasured memories as numerous as the leaves blanketing my lawn remain...
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