I first read about Haiku (a short form of Japanese poetry) a few years ago and became fascinated with that style of poetry. I spent a good deal of time trying it on and even encouraged a few friends to try their hands on it – the outcomes were quite encouraging. I have recently tried to write a few more and I thought I’d share them here.
Thin sheets of ice are Melted by the fiery heat Of an angry sun Reddish desert sands Blown around by endless winds Thirsty for the rain Yellow petals lure Through the charm of their perfume Hungry insects near Dark and rainy nights Old men reflecting at dawn Precede brighter days The wisdom of youth Coated in dazzling colours A sight to behold
I look forward to hear what you think about them. Till next time, take care and bye! 😊
P.S. The header picture is a reference to a scenic hiking trail in Hawaii, named “Haiku stairs”. The stairs and the poetry style have no relationship whatsoever. It’s just plain coincidence of language. Or maybe not…
Photo by Chad Greiter on Unsplash
Creative and nice! I had to count the syllables in each line of the poems to be sure. And they’re totally accurate.
Also, you’ve done a good job in depicting things that happen naturally. I like the last poem best.
Well done sir!
Maybe I should try this myself, even though I’m not much of a poet.
About the name of the stairs and that of the poem, maybe the inspiration for one came from the other. 😀
Thank you, Tomi!
You should totally try it…I’ve had friends who weren’t poets come up with some beautiful Haiku pieces over the years!!!
On the stairs and the poem…you never know…the world is one big village!