There are alot of Haikus on Poemhunter. Not all follow the strict 5 - 7 - 5 syllable sequence of Haikus in English and not all follow the rules about content being related to nature the seasons etc. It is wonder form of Poetry and the original Japaenes Haikus are equally beautiful to the EYE, the EAR and the MIND. English ones are often embellished with pictures to give them some visual beauty - they should sound beautiful when recited and should also produce a beautiful and poignant image in the mind. Some PH members think Haikus are too short to be effective which is why I am posting a group of TWELVE one for each Month. They are not perfect but one tries to do ones best. - ENJOY!
January dawns
Bright new year gift of Faith,
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They do work a sort of magic taken together as a whole. Had never considered this aspect before. Perhaps should pick up the pen and try one; even though it's been many years..thanks John.