Gothic Vaults Double arches hold Gothic vaults pointing to sky. Carved stone capitals On proud marble columns guard Centuries of synergy. **** **** The Mosque-Cathedral in Cordoba, was originally a Visigothic Catholic Church, shared with Muslim invaders for religious rites until 784, when it was solely used as a Muslim place of worship, until 1236,Continue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘V is for Vault’ #Tanka #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
Tag Archives: Poetry
#AtoZChallenge ‘U is for Umbrella’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
This photo was lent by my friend and colleague Mari Carmen Rios. **** Umbrella Cracked wall, weathered door Multicoloured umbrella Both sides of our coins **** This year is my fourth AtoZ Challenge. My theme this year is poetry once again. I’ll be writing a haiku a day, but I’m also adding a new hobbyContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘U is for Umbrella’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘T is for Three Trees’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
Tree 1 Tired branches twist While sun breaks through dangling leaves Proud tree weeps alone **** Tree 2 Buttercups look up Weary olive tree recalls When it bloomed in spring **** Tree 3 Lofty palm tree sways Leaves scrape salmon tinged dusk sky A feast for my eyes **** This year is my fourthContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘T is for Three Trees’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘S is for #SundayWalks’ #Tanka #PoemADay #PoetryMonth
Sunday Walks Follow slim footpaths By the banks of the river, Breathe moist air. Connect With the nymph of your childhood, Refresh heavy thoughts, move on. I was fortunate enough to take a long, energizing walk with my daughter and grandchildren this morning, along the luscious, verdant path, by the banks of the river. MemorableContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘S is for #SundayWalks’ #Tanka #PoemADay #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘R is for Rainbow’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
**** Rainbow Under the rainbow Somewhere a wish is granted Bluebird sings love song **** This year is my fourth AtoZ Challenge. My theme this year is poetry once again. I’ll be writing a haiku a day, but I’m also adding a new hobby to the posts, photography. I will post one of my photos,Continue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘R is for Rainbow’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘P is for Pure White’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
Today I’d like to thank Paul Militaru for this beautiful photo which he recently posted on his blog, Check out his blog, where you can see all his fabulous photographs. **** Pure White Pure white daisies smile Like bridesmaids at a wedding Dancing while groom waits **** This year is my fourth AtoZ Challenge. MyContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘P is for Pure White’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘O is for Ocean’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
Ocean’s highest peak Proud remains of Atlantis Plane soars unimpressed **** The first photo was taken by my cousin Mirta, who lives on the island of Tenerife, where you can find El Teide, a volcano, known as the highest peak in the Atlantic Ocean. I took the second photo from a plane on my wayContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘O is for Ocean’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#AtoZChallenge ‘N is for New York’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth
This is another photo taken by Gabriela, one of my best friends and colleagues, from One World Trade Center Observatory, when she was visiting New York last summer. Two Haiku today. I’d say New York deserves some special treatment! **** New York Sleepless in New York Sirens, movie scenes, bright lights Where dreams are madeContinue reading “#AtoZChallenge ‘N is for New York’ #Haiku #NaPoWriMo #PoetryMonth”
#SundayWalks ‘Distractions’ #SilentSunday #PoemADay #PoetryMonth
Distractions Yet I stoop to capture Every single Luscious plant, which Lures me towards its extra Ordinary shade of yellow. Distracting Wildflowers enticing me along another path. **** Distractions are highly underrated. Daily routines, work, commitments, and the demands of everyday life emphasise that I should focus on objectives and make sure I complete myContinue reading “#SundayWalks ‘Distractions’ #SilentSunday #PoemADay #PoetryMonth”
Photo prompt #writephoto ‘Footsteps’ #Haiku
This haiku was written in response to Sue Vincent’s weekly photo prompt. Footprints Footprints in the sand Hurrying towards nowhere One step at a time **** Every week, Sue posts one of her pictures as a prompt for inspiration in whatever form we choose. Use the image to create your own post and link backContinue reading “Photo prompt #writephoto ‘Footsteps’ #Haiku”
Rereading Jane Eyre 