Lizy, Haiku did that to me too, the first time I read it. Then I started writing it... it's kind of magickal to see such strict constraints come to life. I enjoy those types of word challenges.
I have (counting in her head) I think 18 varieties of tall bearded Iris in the yard now, one of my favorites is the black... and the blue and white (called "Over Alaska") ... but I could probably have a plantation... and then some and never tire of their beautiful blooms.
Just came across your blog in the Challenge list...love your theme! Haiku has always been a favorite of mine, even though I've left it by the wayside for a while. Seeing your blog today renewed my fondness for it...thank you! I really enjoyed reading through your other posts too. You have a real knack for haiku! I'll definitely be back.
Lovely! I didn't realize you were doing an all haiku a to z ... I will go ahead and provide a link over your way on my post from today! :)
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Well thank you Alana :-) I'm glad you made your way over here.
DeleteThis is the first time I've really read any haiku and I think it's lovely - so lean and wistful.
ReplyDeleteLizy, Haiku did that to me too, the first time I read it. Then I started writing it... it's kind of magickal to see such strict constraints come to life. I enjoy those types of word challenges.
DeleteYou do beautiful haiku's. They are a joy to read.
ReplyDeleteThank you Amy, it has been a lot of fun sharing them with people through this challenge. It has rekindled my desire to write them.
DeleteVery nice! The iris is one of my favorite spring flowers.
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you, and I hope you're enjoying the Challenge!
KarenG
A to Z Challenge Host
Hello Karen, Nice to meet you too. I'm glad you happened upon my Haiku garden from a day when the Iris was blooming.
DeleteYes, I have been enjoying the A-Z Challenge, very much so.
Lovely!! I love Irises. They are so majestic.
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http://gigglingtruckerswife.blogspot.com
I have (counting in her head) I think 18 varieties of tall bearded Iris in the yard now, one of my favorites is the black... and the blue and white (called "Over Alaska") ... but I could probably have a plantation... and then some and never tire of their beautiful blooms.
DeleteJust came across your blog in the Challenge list...love your theme! Haiku has always been a favorite of mine, even though I've left it by the wayside for a while. Seeing your blog today renewed my fondness for it...thank you! I really enjoyed reading through your other posts too. You have a real knack for haiku! I'll definitely be back.
ReplyDeleteThank you, I look forward to seeing your rekindling set to words!
DeleteIrises have such class, don't they? I always think of a tall, slim, silver haired teacher in a lavender colored twinset.
ReplyDeleteWhat a splendid way to define them Beverly! Especially true of the river Iris... so pretty.
DeleteThe first line is remarkable. Love your haikus.
ReplyDelete--Damyanti, Co-host A to Z Challenge April 2012
Twitter: @AprilA2Z
#atozchallenge
Thank you much Damyanti :-)
Deletewow I SAW IT! :0)
ReplyDeleteThat is a wonderful compliment Brenda :-) Thank you.
DeleteBeautiful haiku! Great job!
ReplyDeleteThank you Sherry :-)
DeleteBrilliant Haiku - love your imagery
ReplyDeleteThank you Sylvia... it's become a fresh breath to me.
DeleteYou are keeping my spring dream alive! ♥ u
ReplyDeleteYes, just for you Jo :-) I even changed a few up so the spring feeling would remain and the snowflakes could wait for warmer weather ;-) Love you too!
DeleteThis is simply lovely. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda.
DeleteI can almost smell the flowers!
ReplyDeleteGuess what bloomed today? The hyacinth! They beat the tulips :-)
DeleteLovely imagery and words!
ReplyDeleteThank you Elaine.
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