I like to put these two forms together because they are very similar.
A haiku is a three line poem. The first line has five syllables. The second has seven. And the third has five again. If you attempt this form right, it can pack a mighty powerful punch. :)
A tanka is a five line poem. The first line has five syllables. The second has seven. The third has five. And the last two have seven syllables.
Now you see why I like to put these two together?
Here are some examples from me. :)
Haiku:
Lilacs
I sense the lilacs But I can neither see them Nor smell them blooming
Tanka:
Metamorphosis
As red and gold leaves Drift with grace onto the ground A gentle wind blows, Releasing autumns last breath Winter's frigid chill is near
-- Edited by kutipi2 at 11:41, 2007-09-09
-- Edited by kutipi2 at 11:51, 2007-09-09
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"Our mothers and fathers held us close to their hearts and they promised 'One bright and shining day my children, we will triumph in battle. One bright and shining day my children, we will give you back your wings.' " - PL: S&W
Very pretty Poe. :) What is the oriental purpose of which you speak? lol
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"Our mothers and fathers held us close to their hearts and they promised 'One bright and shining day my children, we will triumph in battle. One bright and shining day my children, we will give you back your wings.' " - PL: S&W
Ah, that's another one I need to add in here. Senryu. The only problem is that I have no idea what a senryu is. :-/ Would you care to explain?
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"Our mothers and fathers held us close to their hearts and they promised 'One bright and shining day my children, we will triumph in battle. One bright and shining day my children, we will give you back your wings.' " - PL: S&W
