POET'S CORNER

A haiku is a type of short-form poem that originated in Japan. Haiku poems are typically written in three lines, with five syllables in the first line, seven in the second, and five in the third. They are unrhymed, but some poets may choose to rhyme the first and third lines for added challenge. Haiku poems often focus on nature or the seasons, and emphasize simplicity, intensity, and directness of expression.)

FLAME                                                    PATH

the flame burns erect                            illumination

even on a broken candle                       every flame follows a wick

so it is with me                                        we must have a path

LIGHT                                                    HUNGER

half shadow, half sun                                a grackle eating

rabbit's ears lift in sun light                        small English sparrows make room

above shaded seat                                    hunger knows no size

MEADOW

a favorite bush

sweet clover in a meadow

good times for rabbit