Haiku is just three lines and yet i find it the most difficult form to attempt. And probably that’s why i have so few haiku published. Sharing one today, which is actually not a haiku (i did tell you i am still struggling with it) but a senryu, which in contrast to haiku deals with human elements rather than nature.
Thanks for visiting. Also wanted to let you know that Chapter 4 of Some Sugar & Spice is up.
Have a great week.
Hello and welcome to my second post of the day. A rarity I assure you but the thing is I thought I had posted my entry for Collen’s #TankaTuesday challenge but apparently I had just thought about it. But thankfully, the unexpected rains washed away the pollution daze and I am double posting before it is too late. The rules are to to write in any of the 24 syllabic forms of Japanese poetry using a kigo or season word as an inspiration. While there are 24 seasons in Japan, we are allowed to use season words as per our region.
Here’s my tanka for the challenge:
jobless
browsing the internet for
Diwali deals
buying clothes for
the summer
As you may have guessed, the Indian or dare I say the global festival of lights, Diwali is the kigo word here. Wishing everyone a very Happy and Prosperous Diwali. May all the darkness be banished, evil vanquished and peace reign supreme.
Hello, hello ready for some fun with sticks and stones? The virtual kind are the best and thanks to Cee I never thought I would ever be fearlessly playing this game. This week the topic is either Sticks and Stones. As usual Cee gives wings to sticks and stones as well and we are allowed to be creative and have fun with this challenge. How could I resist eh? 😉
Off we go…
Some serious contemplation of sticks. Perhaps they too have a challenge that they need to participate in 😉
When sticks stick to the ground…
Sticks and stones – big ones. 😉
This one evokes envy – one can only dream of the peace and contentment in his life 😀
No pebbles here but it’s made of stone – a contemplative stone 😀
I used to love reading books in this pose, once upon a time – do you/did you?
Time for a break on a sticky stand 🙂 Love the bilingual message 😀 We all do deserve one break at least!
Here’s the break time complete with stick spoons 🙂 Yes it was delicious
One of my favorite notices that I found at a hotel in Goa and so apt for the times we live in. It was on a stick type frame, just in case you were wondering.
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It’s time for Colleens #TankaTuesday the weekly challenge (October 22 – November 6). The rules are to to write in any of the 24 syllabic forms of Japanese poetry using a kigo or season word as an inspiration. While there are 24 seasons in Japan, we are allowed to use season words as per our region.
Here’s my tanka for the challenge:
hazy morning
jogging before
Diwali
deciding to wear
a sari
Although Diwali could be the kigo word but since this year it is on 12th of November I thought perhaps it may be too early to use it. Yet it may be noted, everything is geared around Diwali now, particularly shopping. But anyway I have used ‘hazy morning’ as the kigo word as this time of the year is notorious for pollution haze, particularly in Delhi region due to a variety of factors which apparently are beyond correction. I am presuming that most, if not all, will be familiar with Diwali the festival of lights when Lord Rama returned home after spending 14 years in the wilderness and defeating the evil King Ravan. A sari is the traditional unstitched garment that is 6 yards (5.5 meters) long. I am hoping the advantages of opting for such an apparel would be self-evident 😉
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Hello and welcome to Friday Fictioneer’s party hosted by Rochelle where we all are invited to post a story in 100 words or less based on the photo prompt (with due credit to the contributor). Click here to join or read the other stories on this prompt.
FF: Summer Plans
Words 100
“How about a long relaxed vacation at a log cabin in the hills?” Dad asked.
“Wow! Will there be any snow?” Rhea asked.
“Yes. If you are willing to trek.”
“Great.” Shreyas lit up.
“Won’t it be crowded in the summer?” Mom was doubtful
“Not at all.” Dad beamed. “It’s far from the madding crowd.”
“Meaning I will have to cook.”
“I will cook. We all will.”
“As if.” Mom snorted. “All of you will sit with your phones….”
“Oh there’s no phone or internet connection there.”
“What? Count me out.” Shreyas stood up.
“Me too.” Rhea said. “Sorry Dad.”
***
So would you be willing to go for a vacation to such a place? Do let me know! Have a super day and week ahead.
Good day! Another attempt to write tanka while participating in Colleen’s #TankaTuesday challenge where the rules are to to write in any of the 24 syllabic forms of Japanese poetry using a kigo or season word as an inspiration. While there are 24 seasons in Japan, we are allowed to use season words as per our region.
I am trying out a tanka and have used ‘Dandiya’ as the kigo word here. Dandiya Raas is a folk dance of western India mostly in the states of Gujarat and Rajasthan. This popular socio-religious dance is performed during the Navaratri (literally – Nine Nights) festival in honor of Goddess Durga who is believed to visit her home on Earth along with her children and their unique animal companions, (but that’s another story for another day, perhaps). This festival usually occurs in the period of late September to late October with the actual dates varying from year to year. Dandiya is performed in memory of Goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishasura (literally – buffalo demon) and the colorful sticks (called dandia) used in the dance represent her sword.
I took this image from this site just to give you a better idea. I hope the kigo word is acceptable?
And the tanka is
trees
swaying in the breeze
dandiya practice
he joins up unaware
of her fracture
Initially I thought of going for just the haiku (the first 3 lines) then felt it could be a tanka as well. Also the explanation seemed a bit disproportionate to the kigo description. Still is actually 😀
That’s it folks. Do let me know your thoughts, comments and tips. Have a great day and thank you Colleen for the challenge.
Hello and a very good day to you. I am attempting to participate in Eugi’s Moonwashed Musings Weekly Prompt – Velvety. It can be any variation of the prompt or the image (below).
Today I am attempting a haiku inspired by this image.
About haiku
Haiku, a Japanese form of poetry, in English, is of three lines with a total of 17 syllables (preferably less). Composed of a phrase and a fragment, it captures one or two moments by using clear and vivid images. A haiku is an unfinished poem – the readers interpret what it means by putting the images together.
A reader should be able to read the haiku and “see” the images from the words. Haiku usually have an “Aha” moment, which portray a spontaneous moment through the juxtaposition of two sharp images, with a reveal or insight or contrast or leap or pun.
Here’s my attempt:
yellow moon
knocks on the balcony window
I bring in the laundry
Well, did it work? Did it create images and a sudden switch? Comments and suggestions welcome.
Thanks for visiting. Have a super weekend.
Hello everyone! It’s Friday Fictioneer’s time and we have yet another party which you are welcome to join. Thank you Rochelle for hosting it and Jennifer Pendergast for the photo prompt. Click here to join and the Rules are here.
Words 100
“Hello David.”
“Mary? How…When…”
“Why so startled? My first time coming home after my wedding, I had to meet you. Aren’t you going to ask me in?”
“Er….”
“Everything’s the same. That pen stand’s the one I gifted you? Aww, David. Still pining for me? Sorry, darling but it’s time you moved on.”
“Um…”
“I love this quaint chest. Remember how I used to hide here whenever the doorbell rang? Ha. Ha!” She opened the chest. “Eeeks!”
“Hi Mary.” Raina popped out.
“Why’re you hiding here?”
“I thought it was his mom. How’s Shailesh?”
“You know my husband?”
“Sort of. My ex-boyfriend.”
***
I tried my personal favorite format – only dialogue. Wondering if it worked or was confusing – do let me know. Thanks for reading. Have a super day 🙂
PS: In view of the confusion, I edited it. Hope it reads better now. Thanks for your support.
Good day to everyone. Another attempt to write tanka while participating in Colleen’s #TankaTuesday challenge where the rules are to to write in any of the 24 syllabic forms of Japanese poetry using a kigo or season word as an inspiration. While there are 24 seasons in Japan, we are allowed to use season words as per our region.
I hope I have understood the rules 🙂
I belong to India and the monsoon season is still lingering around, although I believe it has begun its, albeit belated, withdrawal.
a monsoon shower –
hanging on the long clothesline
sparkling diamonds
thieves break-in to find my cache
of dripping garments
So monsoon is my kigo. While the tanka is not exactly 5/7/5/7/7 syllables, I believe a total of 31 syllables or less is also acceptable. Am I right? Did this work? I also wasnt sure if I was supposed to include the image. Would love to know your thoughts, comments and suggestions.
Thanks for visiting and reading. Have a super day.
Hello! I am back with a piece for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt – Revenge in exactly 79 words. Hope you like!
Not so Sweet Revenge
Words 79
“Where’s Deva?”
“Daddy!” Chotti ran to him sobbing. “He’s gone off to play football. He has an exam tomorrow as well.”
“That boy.”
““He’s always playing.” Chotti rubbed it in. “Or teasing me.” She pouted.
“Hari Prakash!” Her father shouted. “Go get Deva home immediately.”
Chotti skipped, but stopped short.
“Daddy, let him play today.” She wore her most angelic expression. “Scold him later.”
“Why?” He frowned.
“Because, he promised to get her an ice cream today,” Khushi revealed.
***
Thanks for reading, would love to hear your thoughts. Have a super day ahead
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