Elusive

hidden in shadows

elusive truths lie in wait

on the quest for light

on the quest for light

paths to follow may deceive.

wrinkles in the soul

wrinkles in the soul

smoothed by promise of belief

hidden in shadows

photo and text © by Karen @ Pixel Posts/Something Written

Written for One Single Impression

prompt - elusive - by me :)

Sharing with postcards from paradise @  recuerda mi corazon

Sharing with Carol @ Magical Monday @ A Creative Harbor

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Mucha

drift along currents

that quietly blow us through

seasons of our lives

©Karen

Linking to Fireblossom Friday @ Imaginary Garden With Real Toads

prompt- Mucha

Sharing with The Poetry Pantry @ POETS UNITED

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Sunset

mesmerized by light

my soul is sunset dreaming

immersed in beauty

Text and photo © by Karen @ Something Written/Pixel Posts

Written for-

Think Tank Thursday #94 @ Poets United

Prompt - wonder

Haiku My Heart @ recuerda mi corazon

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sorrow unfolds

_ _ _ _ _

draw tight the blinds against the light
no illumination needed

to sit alone
in mournful desolation

I listen as the leaves unfurl
to flutter in the breeze

sounds echo murmurs of despair
residing in my heart

© by Karen

Written for Ella's Edge @imaginary garden with real toads
An exercise in writing from the inside out.

Sharing with The Poetry Pantry @ POETS UNITED

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Conversation

i answered the phone
not expecting to hear YOU
on the other end

imagine my shock
as i listened to a voice
almost forgotten

at a loss for words
i sat silently, waiting
for you to hang up

© Karen

Haiku Sequence, a number of haiku grouped together continuing one thought, for combined impact. Though a continuation of thought, each haiku should be able to stand alone.

For -

Sensational Haiku Wednesday

prompt - conversation

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Earth Day - Verdant

glistening droplets

shimmering with verdant hues

orbs that quench the earth

photo and text © by Karen @ Pixel Posts/Something Written

Written for One Single Impression

prompt by Ramesh Sood - verdant

Sharing with -THE POETRY PANTRY #98 @ Poets United.

Sharing with - OPEN LINK MONDAY @ imaginary garden with real toads.

 

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Waitpinga

Waitpinga Beach, South Australia, a place I called home for a while.

photo and text © by Karen @ Pixel Posts/Something Written

footprints grace the shore

thoughts drift on gentle breezes

home amidst the winds

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Written for-
Think Tank Thursday #93 @ Poets United
Prompt - use a favourite quote as an inspiration for your poem

My quote:

"And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair". Khalil Gibran

Sharing with-
Haiku My Heart @ recuerda mi corazon

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Wonder

 

subtleties of light

wonder of the heavens glow

distant murmurs heard

Text and photo © by Karen @ Something Written/Pixel Posts

the Heights of Haiku Challenge - Day 17

prompt - wonder

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The Mag - 113

wrapped in red glory

floating essence on the wind

staining innocence

text©Karen

Written for - The Mag 113

A weekly challenge at Magpie Tales, The Mag
Write a poem or short vignette using the picture featured as your inspiration.

Sharing with -THE POETRY PANTRY @ Poets United.

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Memories

photo credit © Susie Clevenger

stories left untold 

scattered amongst the flowers

memories in bloom

©Karen

Written for the Sunday Challenge @ imaginary garden with real toads

featuring the photography of Susie Clevenger

Sharing with -THE POETRY PANTRY @ Poets United.

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Happiness

the beckoning blue

excitement takes off in flight

happiness bounces

text and photo © Karen @ Something Written/Pixel Posts

Written for

Sensational Haiku Wednesday

prompt - happiness

sharing with -Haiku My Heart @ recuerda mi corazon

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Seashore

this place remembered

soft sea echoes haunting call

i gaze wistfully

Text and photo © by Karen @ Something Written/Pixel Posts

written for -

the Heights of Haiku Challenge - Day 9

prompt - seashore

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Waves

ripples from the sea

 crashing waves against the shore
hearts pound with delight

photo and text ©Karen @ Pixel Posts/Something Written

sharing with -

 Heights of Haiku Challenge

April 5 prompt - waves

sharing with -
Think Tank Thursday
prompt - escape

sharing with -
Haiku My Heart @ recuerda mi corazon


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Doubt

tiny bird’s first flight

teetering on the nest edge

confidence shaken

©Karen

written for -

the Heights of Haiku Challenge

April 4 prompt - doubt

Find out more about the Heights of Haiku Challenge HERE
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Harbour

ships sail to harbour

blown and tossed upon the sea

gulls perch on the quay

©Karen

written for -

the Heights of Haiku Challenge

April 3 prompt - harbour

April is Poem-A-Day Month for many poets. We take on a challenge to write a poem each day in April and share it (or not) with the world on our blogs.

Haiku Heights supports P-A-D Month, and for you, the haiku lovers, and supporters of this meme, we will be offering a prompt every day in April.

Find out more about the Heights of Haiku Challenge HERE
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Deserted

aimless fragrance wafts

blossoms sway in gentle breeze

deserted garden

©Karen

written for -

the Heights of Haiku Challenge

April 2 prompt - deserted

April is Poem-A-Day Month for many poets. We take on a challenge to write a poem each day in April and share it (or not) with the world on our blogs.

Haiku Heights supports P-A-D Month, and for you, the haiku lovers, and supporters of this meme, we will be offering a prompt every day in April.

Find out more about the Heights of Haiku Challenge HERE
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Hope

photo credit © Laura Hegfield 2012

darkness surrounds me
overcome by the blackness
i recognise fear

forever present
prowling amidst pale shadows
gloom hangs overhead

i reach out beyond
straining to grasp light above
  glimmers of hope float

©Karen

Haiku Sequence, a number of haiku grouped together continuing one thought, for combined impact. Though a continuation of thought, each haiku should be able to stand alone.

Written for -
 The Sunday Challenge @ imaginary garden with real toads
featuring my friend (and fellow MS'er), Laura Hegfield.

the Heights of Haiku Challenge

April 6 prompt - hope

Sharing with-
The Poetry Pantry #95

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