Haiku

rain drops hit still pond
surface ripples spread outward
tickling frog bellies
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Ray Avatar
September 12, 2026 at 10:21 AM
a small amount of words that deposit large amounts of warmth within....great imagery
Staton Avatar
February 6, 2019 at 9:22 PM
You paint a beautiful picture with your words.
Doll Avatar
February 13, 2019 at 12:46 PM
Thanks very much, Valerie. Warmest Wishes~ Warren
Kendrick Avatar
October 22, 2018 at 1:54 PM
Unexpected ending. Calm, engaging lines. Thanks for the visits to my page. Sara
Doll Avatar
October 22, 2018 at 3:59 PM
Sara, I'm glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for your visit~ Warren
Marc Avatar
October 19, 2018 at 2:49 PM
This poem tickled my belly. Thanks for the rain drop ripple ;)
Doll Avatar
October 20, 2018 at 5:42 PM
So very glad that you liked it, P.M. ~ Warren :)
Chan Avatar
October 11, 2018 at 7:11 PM
Brilliant, lovely imagery. Such a delight to read. FAV.
Doll Avatar
October 12, 2018 at 6:20 PM
Bernard, thanks for your positive comments. I am glad that you enjoyed it and honored that you consider it a FAV, ~Warren
Pett Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 12:45 PM
Thoroughly enjoyed reading your haiku Warren, the last line is excellent. :))
Doll Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 8:05 AM
Roy, always enjoy hearing from you. I'm glad that you liked it and for your comments. :)) ~Warren
Dutta Avatar
September 26, 2018 at 12:42 PM
Really nice. I appreciate
Doll Avatar
September 28, 2018 at 8:03 AM
Thanks so much for your positive comments and visit, Anisha,
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September 17, 2018 at 4:15 PM
Good one, Warren! Janice
Doll Avatar
September 18, 2018 at 4:42 PM
Janice, So glad that you liked it and thanks for your visit. ~Warren
Duet Avatar
September 15, 2018 at 10:01 AM
So simple and so delightful. I don't usually like haikus but this one is exceptional. I would never have imagined the water "tickling" a frog's belly. lol
Doll Avatar
September 16, 2018 at 9:24 AM
Thanks so much for your positive comments and visit, Carole. I'm very glad that you liked it ~Warren.
Babcock Avatar
September 13, 2018 at 12:59 PM
A gem enjoyed the visual. love phyl
Doll Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 10:40 AM
Hi Phyllis, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for visiting ~Warren
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September 13, 2018 at 12:02 PM
Warren, you wowed me with this sweet, whimsical Haiku! Excellently written, my friend! Hugs. Pandita
Doll Avatar
September 14, 2018 at 10:38 AM
Pandita, so good to hear from you. I'm glad you were wowed. Thanks for all of your positive comments and support. Sending hugs your way~ Warren
One Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 7:47 AM
Great imagery Warren..
Doll Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 4:54 PM
Thank you for your positive comment and visit, Silent One.
DiMino Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 4:26 AM
Now I know why they croak so fondly. Great work, Warren!
Doll Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 4:53 PM
Hi Joe, thanks for your visit and humorous comment and visit~Warren
Wood Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 11:50 AM
LOL, the image is killing me! Love it!
Doll Avatar
September 12, 2018 at 4:49 PM
Glad you liked it and that it made you laugh, Thanks~Warren
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September 11, 2018 at 3:32 AM
I want a frog belly now, you have made it sound utterly appealing, my friend!
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 9:07 AM
I'm glad that you enjoyed it, Caren. Thanks for stopping by ~ Warren:)
Sands Avatar
September 10, 2018 at 6:25 PM
This is a great creation Warren. Cute! :)
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 9:04 AM
Hi Heidi, thanks for your positive comments. I'm glad that you liked it. ~ Warren:)
Gentile Avatar
September 10, 2018 at 12:47 PM
What a cheerful haiku Warren!!! the little frogs are giggling just sweet and peaceful Happy Monday !!
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 9:01 AM
Thank you and I'm glad that you enjoyed it, Mike. Happy Tuesday ~Warren.
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September 10, 2018 at 12:31 AM
- A brilliant haiku, Warren ... loves the last line :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 8:54 AM
Hi Anne-Lise, It's always so good to hear from you. Thanks for your visit and positive comments. Big hugs~ Warren:))
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September 9, 2018 at 10:16 PM
I love it! Tickled by it! A fave :)) xomo
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 8:50 AM
I'm so happy that you liked it, Maureen. I'm honored that you consider it a fav. ~Warren:))
Ashley Avatar
September 9, 2018 at 9:18 PM
Oh, your imagery is just fantastic, Warren. I love the playful nature of your last line.. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 8:45 AM
Hi Susan, I'm so glad that you liked it. Warmest wishes~Warren
Michael Avatar
September 9, 2018 at 5:55 PM
Very creative visuals...I can see little bubbles settling on their stomach...All the best Warren
Doll Avatar
September 11, 2018 at 8:42 AM
Thanks for your positive comments and visit, Arturo. All the best to you too.
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