Been looking at this site for a long time. Added it to the sidebar. I like on their page they define a haiku like this:
A Japanese lyric verse form having three unrhymed lines of five, seven, and five syllables, traditionally invoking an aspect of nature or the seasons.
A poem written in this form.(Source: American Heritage Dictionary)
Haiku originated from the Japanese hai meaning amusement and ku meaning sentence. In keeping with the spirit of a haiku , when you write a haiku you should have fun and not make it longer than a robust sentence.Traditionally, Japanese haiku have 17 syllables, indicate a season, and are about an element of nature. Contemporary haiku can vary greatly from the traditional forms. We may share information occasionally about different forms of haiku as an optional challenge. But please keep in mind that we are beginners and created this site for the enjoyment of writing poetry. Poetry which can be uttered in.....One Deep Breath.
This follows my definition. Although I don't keep with the season part-which is part of the definition, I like 5-7-5 just like I was taught in grade school. Until I have a better reason, this will be my way.
Topic this week is Nurture
Oh my poor mother
Putting up with two spoiled brats
Job lasting for life
Baby like the Spring
Flourishing as a flower
Needing attention
Wanting in return
All the love he passed around
Like a careless fool
Life just is not fair
Crying on a friend's shoulder
Over the spilt milk
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