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A rough week, and more. Haiku seems to be slipping as my grasp on the conscious. Yet some have sallied forth, digital alphabeticists and mental gymnasts, tripping, stumbling, tumbling, and pirouetting over the notion set as theme, with limits given. I do enjoy, even the judging now. Much like a master chef who is allowed a discerning sampling of all that is sent from his kitchen, I too taste the sweet or savory that passes through my editorial blogger enclave. Relishing the nectarous poetry as I set to pick, a favor for and to the master of ceremonies.
These are the poems. Those in bold are my choice candidates, italics next. Listed in the order they arrived. I do like to see them all, together, open and available, if I have the time and energy. This part is never simple. I look for what I know, for what I don't know, what I believe, what I trust, and what seems true. I look for unique thoughts, differing takes, and... I don't know. I sometimes don't know it until I see it. Even then, as with love, it is not always so plain to see at first blush. It blossoms with familiarity. Even then, is one ever sure? Am I sure. Where you sure when you wrote? Are we sure? Can we truly be sure? I don't know. I don't think so, not about most things. But there it is.
foam,
Ulcers eat away..
The laundry lists grow longer
Both sides need to chill..
The laundry lists grow longer
Both sides need to chill..
Love needs acceptance
Love needs patience, forgiveness
Hot make up sex helps .. :-)
Love needs patience, forgiveness
Hot make up sex helps .. :-)
Karl,
Contemplating act
Better to ask forgiveness
Than for permission
Better to ask forgiveness
Than for permission
becca,
words thrown in anger
slicing with icy fingers
forgiveness needed
forgive and forget
ones smile hides the pain, mask
memories remain
slicing with icy fingers
forgiveness needed
forgive and forget
ones smile hides the pain, mask
memories remain
Amanda Geering,
Got another text
Glass Smashing as I Rear End
Shameful Tears are Shed
Glass Smashing as I Rear End
Shameful Tears are Shed
Rafael,
Not what's said, but done
Love thy self... forgive... reflect
Loose the doors unhinged
As dusk approaches
Do not fear, ma' Dear. Rejoice!
Forgiveness awaits
Walked on...back, then forth
One too many passes swept
Know your footsteps well
Love thy self... forgive... reflect
Loose the doors unhinged
As dusk approaches
Do not fear, ma' Dear. Rejoice!
Forgiveness awaits
Walked on...back, then forth
One too many passes swept
Know your footsteps well
Serendipity,
Blizzard lashes long.
Mother Nature forgives not;
prepared/unprepared.
Mother Nature forgives not;
prepared/unprepared.
Next is to pare them down. I shall have three places. I always like more. Dancing around so many fires.
3rd Place- Karl (oops!)
Contemplating act
Better to ask forgiveness
Than for permission
Better to ask forgiveness
Than for permission
2nd Place - foam (always and forever)
Love needs acceptance
Love needs patience, forgiveness
Hot make up sex helps .. :-)
Love needs patience, forgiveness
Hot make up sex helps .. :-)
1st Place - Rafael (devilish to know, innit)
Walked on...back, then forth
One too many passes swept
Know your footsteps well
One too many passes swept
Know your footsteps well
I should add, forgiveness is not required. It depends on those who sin against you requesting it in hearnest. While I might recommend against the following song, precisely, I can see it. Just, for your own sake, if you can't forgive at least let go and forget. Or, not. Always your choice.
Nice write-up, Doom! Very visual and musical with all the links. Thanks for hosting! And congratulations to Rafa and Karl. I knew Rafa had bagged it. :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, foam. Even a bit skunked sometimes, as now, I enjoy doing this. And I love to give a little something back. Who knows if others, beside you, actually enjoy. It is the hope.
ReplyDeleteJust know that the difference between them, sometimes, is so very slim. I think it would surprise some how close the call can be, up and down the line.
Re 2nd video: Me likey!
ReplyDeleteYou know, I hear my ears to the bone to find just the right pieces. I am pleased you are so partial to fiddling, dancing, and fire. Bon appetit.
ReplyDeleteYou're a fascinating cat, Doom! Love careening through your thoughts of consciousness.
ReplyDeleteThere are so many roads to and from forgiveness, as can be seen from the many different points of view presented. Twas a perfect theme to bring me from my own bit of skunkedness.
Thanks for the inspiration & the nod. I'm gnawing on some thoughts and hoping to get a visual out of my lame self, but should be up Thursday/Friday'ish...
Congrats to Karl and Foamy (and everyone, really). Awesome week of 'ku's done by all!
Blessings:D
Rafael,
ReplyDeleteThe world is never as it seems, I just reflect that? Something. Good to see you wield words, and preparing to lead the charge. I am certainly looking forward to your contest.
Forgiveness... Like mercy or love truly seems only valuable when shared. I still agree with the first song, we free ourselves, not others.
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Thanks all, for showing up and daring. I certainly enjoyed the show.
Good afternoon Doom,
ReplyDeleteA fine effort, both hosting and a write up. Thank you for having us. Thank you for the honorable mention as well. Well done Foam.
Congratulations Rafael! It's likely to be a hot time in haiku land this week.
Karl,
ReplyDeleteThank you much, fine sir. I do hope to return some entertainment for all the work others put in. While I can do little else in life, at times and recently, at least I can do this. So it does please me if you enjoyed.