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Tena Myers
Always Remember to Imagine
by
Tena Myers
I was introduced to Global Haiku by a previous PACE student. Bridget Lamb, who graduated in May of 2005, wanted to get an unbiased opinion of her haiku writing, so she asked if I would mind reading hers. Although, I did not understand its true meaning, I’d have to admit that I found it very interesting. Wanting to learn more I could not wait to sign up for the next available class.
My collection of haiku writing is in recognition of my daily life, and all the things that I love. I am simply amazed how a three line poem can paint such vivid pictures in ones mind. My experiences throughout this class have taught me to listen to the silence of communication in haiku. These poems allow the readers imagination to wonder. The seasons, emotions and stories are never the same. Everyone has a different point of view. I have enjoyed this class, and hope to continue writing in the future.
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cold
bitter night |
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A Childs Eyes cold
brisk chill tears
softly falling laying
on the damp grass missing
a pop fly silence
unfolds reflections
in a puddle Tena Myers and Linda Oakleaf |
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empty
nest
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screaming
for mom |
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on
a beach a falling star My cousin lost her life at the age of 43 to a heart attack. She had battled cancer for many years, and the medicine that she had to take in hopes of curing the cancer weakened her heart. Just before entering the hospital to receive an artificial heart, while waiting for her turn to receive a donor heart, she asked to go for a walk on the beach. She knew that her time here on earth was limited It was there that she informed her husband of her last wishes for her family. This haiku is in memory of Paty who died December 26, 2004. |
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first
day of school |
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long
blonde ponytail |
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the
flickering candle |
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grandpa’s
lazy boy |
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two
people |
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