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Whippoorwill

grass on the graves
the whippoorwill
far away

published The Heron’s Nest # 9: Sept 2003

birddeathgravehaiku

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Wendy Nipas

July 3, 2018 at 1:15 PM

I'm new at writing Haikus, which is why I'm a bit confused. Even though I love the wording of your poem, I see it's not according to the 5/7/5 or the 6/7/6 combination? Or is this 4/4/3 combination also allowed? I would love to know, thank you.

Wendy Nipas

July 4, 2018 at 11:02 AM

I might have accidentally blocked you since your comment on the haiku 'They know' mysteriously disappeared??? Please excuse my clumsiness :)

Wendy Nipas

July 4, 2018 at 6:33 AM

Got it. Thank you.

Rd Mcmanes

July 3, 2018 at 2:39 PM

I started with the 5-7-5 taught in school and over the years slowly migrated to whatever is needed to capture the moment. Usually it is 3 lines and short but I rarely count syllables. I strive for a smooth turn and clear imagery for that single moment. The traditional haiku poet still exists but I’m not one. Hope that helps.

Lyric Man

July 2, 2018 at 3:40 PM

Hi RD.. Welcome to Poetry Soup! You're going to love it here. Read and comment on others poets writes and they will do the same for you. Take a minute to come check out my latest write. Looking forward to reading more of your work!

Rd Mcmanes

July 2, 2018 at 6:16 PM

Thank you Lyric Man, I'm working on a poetry project and should have it done early next week. I am looking forward to reading and commenting soon.