Ripples

Disturbing water,
Calming surface awakens;
Absorbed by shoreline. 

By: Nathan Bane Leccese
© All Rights Reserved 09/08/2009
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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September 16, 2009 at 10:33 AM
Interesting perspective captured in just three lines. I really like the last line. Keep on writing. Karen
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September 12, 2009 at 1:37 PM
Excellent use of imagery, Nate! Love, Carolyn
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September 10, 2009 at 2:21 AM
This Haiku is very expressive and descriptive in just a few lines. Very readable and enjoyable. Keep writing. Sara
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September 9, 2009 at 7:05 PM
Nathan this is a very well written haiku - I wanted to thank you for placing me in your contest bro - God Bless, mj
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September 9, 2009 at 6:45 PM
nicely done, i can see the waves ending on the shore.
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September 9, 2009 at 11:41 AM
Dear Nathan, This is a great Haiku,it flows so smoothly together You are well versed in Haikus. Thank-YOU for picking my Poem in the show place I am Honored that YOU enjoyed it so much Again Thank-YOU ALWAYS YOURS...HG
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September 9, 2009 at 11:25 AM
Terrific Haiku Nathan, thank you so much for my placing in your wonderful contest>>James
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September 9, 2009 at 9:12 AM
I can see it Nathan. Beautiful Haiku. Love, Carol
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September 9, 2009 at 8:52 AM
I can see the sand soaking it up ... smile ... beautifully done, Nathan. Thanks so much for including me in your winners list with Two Peas In A Pod ...
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September 9, 2009 at 5:26 AM
Nathan, Thank you for sharing your words. This haiku took me mentally to the beach where waves are absorbed just as you have described. Keep writing. And thank you for your comments on my poetry as well. Have a super Day! Lovingly, Dane Ann
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September 8, 2009 at 8:43 PM
Lovely haiku. Very description word pictures. Thank you for your contest and I am so excited and surprised to win it. Thank you. Love, Joyce
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September 8, 2009 at 7:49 PM
love the metaphor!...jim
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September 8, 2009 at 7:47 PM
Hi Nathan Beautiful and serene. Love it! A wonderful Haiku. Take care Love Light Truth Patricia
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September 8, 2009 at 7:30 PM
Beautiful work Nathan...Raul
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