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White Purple Passion

Violets in bloom. Hidden underneath the snow. In a cold, white grave.

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Kabuteng P.Ink K.

Date: 1/31/2010 9:13:00 PM

this is a wonderful poem with such a stark contrast--really written well- much hope buried in this haiku :)

Virginia Mitchell

Date: 1/25/2010 5:50:00 PM

This makes me shiver, but I think it resonates hope :)

Mac Mcgovern

Date: 1/25/2010 5:42:00 PM

Superb write. Never thought of flowers wintering in quite this manner. Interesting, well written, uniquely entertaining. Mac

Lynette Chachere

Date: 1/23/2010 12:18:00 PM

white&purple such wonderful colors together. -Always Lynette

Sean Kelly

Date: 1/23/2010 8:43:00 AM

Lying under cover , Marty , waiting to burst forth and maybe even fifth . Bring on the thaw !!!

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen

Date: 1/23/2010 2:20:00 AM

Perfection in words. Marty, I admire your ability to write short and sweet poems. Great image created it few words. Masterful... Lovingly, Dane Ann (And thank you for commenting on my poetry.)

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 1/22/2010 6:22:00 PM

Very neat and creative Marty.. enjoyed your title lots... luv your words... luv .. Linda-Marie

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 1/22/2010 5:11:00 PM

I have enjoyed reading your poetry this evening Marty. I hope you have a wonderful weekend and that you find inspiration along the way. Love, Carol

Doris Culverhouse

Date: 1/22/2010 1:33:00 PM

Brrrr, i am glad I live in a house. I often wonder how the cows and horses make it throught the cold like we have had this year.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/21/2010 9:41:00 PM

Hey, this is a really nice visual, Marty! The white with purple. Great haiku! Luv, andrea