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True Strength: Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Prompt Challenge #48

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challenge48It was a tough prompt this week. I instantly thought I my father, but the words wouldn’t come. So, my first attempt reflects my frustration, and is a bit of fun. Here are the prompt words Ronovan set:

 

The Prompt Words

Inspire & Loss

My Example

The Loss of a dream

Is the door to another

Inspiration here?

The following is how the sentences should read.

The loss of a dream is the door to another.

Is the door to another inspiration here?

 

I am at a loss

Adrift in a sea of words

Searching for my muse

Echoed memories

In the ghosts of those we lost

We find our true strength

 

Thanks, as always, to Ronovan for the challenge. Click here to see the prompt and read the wonderful contributions this week.

Mel

12 responses to “True Strength: Ronovan Writes Weekly Haiku Prompt Challenge #48”

  1. callummclaughlin Avatar
    callummclaughlin

    These are wonderful, Mel! So much power in so few words 🙂

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    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar
      mbarkersimpson

      Thanks, Callum. I got there eventually! I’m glad you enjoyed them 🙂

      Reply
  2. Sueju Takeshi Avatar
    Sueju Takeshi

    “Echoed memories

    In the ghosts of those we lost

    We find our true strength.”

    I liked this stanza rather than the first, for it relates to what I am experiencing right at this moment. Moreover, I admire your choice of words. Very excellent. 🙂

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    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar
      mbarkersimpson

      Thank you very much 🙂 It’s how I feel too. The first poem was just a bit of silliness. I’m glad you could relate to it and appreciate your kind words.

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      1. Sueju Takeshi Avatar
        Sueju Takeshi

        No problem. I am thankful for having a chance to read this. 🙂

      2. mbarkersimpson Avatar
        mbarkersimpson

        I’m glad I could share it 😀

      3. Sueju Takeshi Avatar
        Sueju Takeshi

        Hehe. 😉

  3. Vashti Quiroz-Vega Avatar
    Vashti Quiroz-Vega

    Hi! Both haiku are very good. I can relate with the first one. I think most writers can. 🙂

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    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar
      mbarkersimpson

      Thank you 🙂 I think you’re absolutely right. The first one was a bit of fun, but no less true! I’m glad you enjoyed them.

      Reply
  4. Serins Avatar
    Serins

    Stop looking for your muse, she clearly has a tight hold on you. 🙂

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    1. mbarkersimpson Avatar
      mbarkersimpson

      I think I found her…she’s a stubborn one 😉

      Reply
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