Life Is What You Make It

birth of a poem as beauty flutters forth. . . . the chrysalis’ death
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A  Avatar
May 16, 2015 at 11:51 AM
this is deep
Babcock Avatar
June 12, 2014 at 2:59 PM
Here I was looking for what you made of life and this came as a surprise. Nice one very unique. love phyl
Michaels Avatar
May 21, 2014 at 7:41 AM
Great interpretation; powerful image. Thanks for sharing!
Maverick Avatar
March 24, 2014 at 1:21 AM
Death life and beauty 'eh.. well done dear poet, it has suspension and life well expressed here..' take care Andrea..)
Maverick Avatar
March 24, 2014 at 1:20 AM
Death life and beauty 'eh.. well done dear poet, it has suspension and life well expressed here..' take care Andrea..)
Ivy D Avatar
March 22, 2014 at 9:49 PM
Hi Andrea, It was nice of you ta say hi a while back. I haven't been active lately. Every now and then, I check on my favorite poets. Beautiful Haiku. SandyIvy
Sirak Avatar
March 22, 2014 at 7:20 AM
WOW!!!! A tiny poem with a BIG punch. Birth from death, beauty from nothing. Love it!!!!!
Carrillo Avatar
March 21, 2014 at 8:18 AM
Andrea; So few words - so much meaning. Thanks for sharing... Lucilla
A  Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 2:20 PM
this is lovely Andrea ~SKAT~
Austin Avatar
March 20, 2014 at 11:02 AM
Can't have one without the other, eh. Deep. First rate. Love, daver
A   Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 4:50 PM
Andrea, It is what it is, and I love what you made of this poem... Congrats. ~have a nice day~ <3 LINDA
Onclaud Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 8:47 AM
beautiful 'ku, andie... applause to you for a shining win!.. huggs
Andresen Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 4:28 AM
- Congratulations on your winning poem in the contest: "Life is what YOU make it!" Sponsored by: Dave Wood. - Wonderful win, Andrea ! - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
Ryerson Avatar
March 19, 2014 at 3:16 AM
A small picture worth a thousand words...Congrats dear friend - Tim
Mehta Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 10:53 PM
Congratulations on your winning poem in the contest on Life, andrea
A  Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 9:24 PM
Andrea, congrats on your winning poem. ~SKAT~
Jones Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 9:04 PM
This is beautiful Andrea...and you always win among the top in my book...congratulations
Johnson Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 9:04 PM
And into the annuls of esteamed rebirth. I'm really starting to like haiku's. So much get's said with so few words. This extoles the spirit of a poet. Beautifully done Andrea. Peace. :)
Richards Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 8:26 PM
Only you can form a terrific haiku from two words for inspiration! Well done, Andrea!!!
Smith Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 6:30 PM
A beautiful haiku Andrea. Congrats on the win
Parker Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 5:54 PM
as beauty flutters forth..allows the mind to create its own vision..well said my friend..congrats on your win
Michelle Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 12:44 PM
Oh very lovely! Good luck in the contest Andrea :) -Juli-Michelle
Goswami Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 11:46 AM
Well written Madam...Super...Best wishes from India...
Anish Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 10:52 AM
Great image in this short poem! It is a great day for the Irish and there was a big parade down 5th Avenue as usual. Peace & Love Matthew Anish
Kendrick Avatar
March 18, 2014 at 8:32 AM
Ahh!!! Great comparison..Thanks for dropping by..Your comments show up when I need a word..Sara
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