PACE Global Haiku • PACE November 2012
Dr. Randy Brooks

Haiku

by
Helena Buckner

I have learned many things about the art of haiku. Haiku does not have to be written in the traditional 5-7-5 order.  What is most important about haiku is that it is simple, yet straight to the point, without revealing all of the clues. Haiku can give you a sense of taste, touch, scent, and sound. It's about bringing three lines of words to life. The best part of haiku is that each reader can interpret it in their own way. With haiku, there are no boundaries when the author leaves it open for the reader to decide.

I have put together some of my best haiku and hope that you enjoy them. Each haiku comes from a life experience which I will never forget. As you read each haiku, please take the time to bring each word to life.

Enjoy!

he sits . . .
. . . he waits
solitary confinement

long day
hot water bubbles
she lets her hair down

as I looked at his things
I remember
His life

he takes off his mask
eyes of a broken heart
I'm sorry