Casa de Clemmons
November 26, 2007
Haiku by Steph

Jon, Rachel, Emma
Anne Michel, Lizzy and Jack
Dan, Julianne, Ken

Grandma, Dad, Peggy
David, Parker, Caroline
Carmel and the cats

A time to give thanks
With family, friends and food
We are greatly blessed

Dressing, gravy, bread
I attempt to eat it all
Bloated, sleepy smile

Frosty yell practice
Texas A&M prevails
Good day for football

Fire made by my Dad
A couch dragged close to the flames
Full belly, warmth, bliss

Music, family
Children playing with kitties
Hope yours was special

Posted by stephanie at November 26, 2007 11:50 AM
Comments

Excellent creativity at work here, Steph.

My only question lies in whether "Fire" (st.6, ln.1) has one or two syllables. I suppose that if you were raised in central/southern Texas, it is one. Am I right?

:)

Posted by: Haiku Enthusiast at November 26, 2007 04:16 PM

One syllable per the American Heritage Dictionary.

fire (fīr) n. A rapid, persistent chemical change that releases heat and light and is accompanied by flame, especially the exothermic oxidation of a combustible substance.
Burning fuel or other material: a cooking fire; a forest fire.
Burning intensity of feeling; ardor. See Synonyms at passion.
Enthusiasm.
The discharge of firearms or artillery: heard the fire of cannon.
The launching of a missile, rocket, or similar ballistic body.
Discharged bullets or other projectiles: subjected enemy positions to heavy mortar fire; struck by rifle fire.

Posted by: The Linguist at November 27, 2007 05:29 AM

i really liked it. your dad thought you had gone over to the dark side.

Posted by: peggy at November 29, 2007 07:31 AM