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Audrey Haick
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     Let me begin by saying that I enjoy being a part of PoetrySoup.  I have been around for last five or six years, writing, reading, meeting and interacting with talented poets from around the world. There is much I have learned! .

        I wrote my first poem between the ages of five - six, after a field trip to a beach on the Atlantic coast on a most gorgeous sunny day. My Papa was so proud of me, he hung it in the living room! lol  Somewhere along the way, my poem was lost as are mamy others written in between relocating from one country to another. It was my 8th grade teacher who first advised me to keep writing.  Always a dreamer, my Papa complained that I was absent-minded and I didn't mind because it was true as there was so much to see and do everywhere else than where I was at any moment. Ah, but life has a way of making you conform to its tons of mundane tasks; however that dreamer still lives, today! 

        Along with poetry, I have accomplished one of my dreams with regards to writing.  I published a book, "Fiona's Journey" in 2004-my first attempt. It's nothing to brag about, yet it was an enjoyable experience and I'm glad I was given that chance to share my feelings and beliefs with others.  It was written for children but anyone would enjoy.  Since then I've embarked on a novel which is taking forever. However, I will persevere as the story means very much to me.

        I live on the beautiful state of Maryland on the east coast with my family.  I have an extraordinary child who I'm extremely grateful for.  We share a life that's enriching with music, people, our love for each other and nature. We both love the ocean and visit at every opportunity that comes up.

        I'm easy going and friendly; loving people just comes naturally. And I still have faith that one day, man will come to see that we have no choice but to respect and love each other or none of us will survive..not even the strongest in any sense. In my free time, I enjoy entertaining, basketball (watching- lol I'm only 5' 3"), cooking, movies, sewing and travelling.

Update on "What My Eyes See" Haiku Contest

Blog Posted by Audrey Haick: 2/24/2011 9:26:00 AM
 

     

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        Hi Everyone! The Haiku Contest is almost filled and you've submitted some terrific entries.  However, if anyone's not satisfied or is unsure of their entry, I've got some help from a fellow poet who has mastered this form and was gracious and kind enough to pass the following info on to me.  Perhaps you may want to read what she has to say and after, complete your review, if you'd like: ‘Remember that Haiku relate to NATURE and NOT HUMANS; the total number of syllables in the poem must be 17 or less…5/7/5; 3/7/5,etc. There's NO RHYME, NO PUNCTUATION, NO CAPITALIZATION, NO TITLE, it's meant to be open ended...USE PHRASES, NOT SENTENCES.  FIRST LINE presents the TOPIC, SECOND AND THIRD LINES..ACTION AND/OR EMOTIONAL "hook" freeze a moment in time with the cut ( ... or --) and bring the reader there with you...Haiku is about God in nature.  The Japanese believed god's were in rocks trees birds plants etc rivers'.

Hopefully we can do any corrections before the last 10 entries are submitted.

Thanks for your always kind support! Have a good weekend and God bless our families!

 

Always,

Annalise



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Date: 2/25/2011 11:12:00 PM
Hey, It's cool, my friend. Had it been just your comments, I would have recognized that you were kidding, as usual, but when he sent me a soupmail just saying, 'I'm with Chris, who is this secluded Master...", that threw me off. We can only do what we can and besides who's keeping score? Soup is fun for me so I try not to bring my ego here. I wanted to reach out to the new poets who like me at one time had no idea how to write a Haiku. I am never a strict judge anyway. That would spoil the fun and atmosphere. We just do the best we can, learn a little here and a little there. I will never be a master of any form of poetry because I enjoy Free verse too much to conform to strict rules everytime. Good night Chris. Peace, Annalise
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Date: 2/25/2011 10:06:00 PM
My dear Chris, I'm sorry too that you, got caught up in this, like I did. Please forgive me too for being upset and making the comment which I did. You always shine and I've always said so in my comments on your poems and stories. I just need a break from the negativity and I will be alright. Peace, Annalise
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Date: 2/25/2011 12:22:00 PM
Mr. Kopp, please stop sending me soup mails. You chose to confront me in public so why are you thanking me for my "public response"??? You answered Chris's question to me stating, 'Must be a Sith... maybe 2 lol'. I looked away and you removed it! Anyway, it's not necessary to thank me. You made the choice, not me.
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Date: 2/25/2011 11:17:00 AM
To Mr. Kopp: I'm afraid I have no idea what you're talking about when you say: "I usually jump through your hoops".??? You can't be referring to me..I've never had a contest where you had any objection to the rules prior to this. And if you ever did, you've never mentioned it before. As for being a Sith, you would know one?
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Date: 2/25/2011 11:09:00 AM
Chris, I'm not surprised that you would choose this forum to ask me who the master is, when it would have been easier to ask in a soup mail. But knowing how important it is to "try" to shine at the expense of another is preferrable. As for Mr. Kopp, if you have a beef with anyone else on soup, I would like to suggest that go take it up with whomever. As is usually the case, it seems you assume to know much about everything except what you should. I'm sure are aware, that you are not compelled to participate in my contest, if you don't care for my method of presentation or the requirements. Not participating will in no way affect your art nor your status. If you two must know, I asked for and received the information about Haiku writing from Debbie Guzzi, whom many know has advance knowledge of the art of Haiku writing. I chose to use the word, "mastered" on my own accord. She never suggested that she was. I'd like to thank you for your comments.
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Date: 2/24/2011 5:09:00 PM
I made it in Annalise have fun judging. Light & Love
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Date: 2/24/2011 4:42:00 PM
Well, I wrote from my heart and soul, not sure if it is perfect or falls into these quidelines but it is what I felt and I love it~~
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Date: 2/24/2011 2:55:00 PM
well, I hope you are not going to judge too harshly on every single rule! We are babes in the woods! I love your contest,Annalise!
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Date: 2/24/2011 2:14:00 PM
Hey did I already miss this??? FRET
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Date: 2/24/2011 1:45:00 PM
Don't worry about the blog girl, the contest takes care of the rules and you are doing just fine. Charles
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Date: 2/24/2011 1:19:00 PM
Hey Linda! lol I guess, the blog is not clear enough..5/7/5 is absolutely fine as well as 3/7/5 same as stated above, my friend. Total has to be 17 syls or less. Now I regret writing this blog as it seems to be confusing to some when that was not my intent. Sorry guys. Always, Annalise
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Date: 2/24/2011 1:05:00 PM
thankxx Annalise for this update ..guess will have to rearrage my syllable count to 5/7/5 instead of what I have now.. appreciate luv.. and good luck with this contest.. glad u have another poet to guide u along on this form .. we are all learning still...luv..
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Date: 2/24/2011 1:02:00 PM
Robb, Would you please read my blog once more??? I stated the opposite of what you mentioned below.. I never asked for "RHYMING HAIKU" Where did you see that?
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Date: 2/24/2011 10:12:00 AM
thanks for the heads up on your contest, :) I wish all your entrants the best :) have a good weekend too
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Date: 2/24/2011 9:35:00 AM
Thanks for the lesson in Haiku(which is actually plural)..There is another word that is singular..I have done research on this form and there are so many ideas about what should or should not be..I get confused everytime I read another one about how they should be done..Sara
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