haiku challenge 23.2.12

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

Giving what you can
to those who have not
brings its own reward

Not seeking reward
just wanting to help others,
to lighten their load.

To lighten their load
is the best kind of delight,
giving what we can

The prompt was Joy of Giving   in a 3 haiku form: (ABC, CDE, EFA) – I took slight liberties with some of the repeated lines.  You’ll find what others have done at http://pendownmythought.blogspot.com/2012/02/haiku-challenge-2012-29-days-29-haiku_23.html

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All poetry and prose posted here, except where otherwise stated, is my own, and may only be used elsewhere with my expressed permission. Please don't be inhibited from correcting my bloopers and making suggestions: Most of what I post here is instant, ill-considered and off-the-cuff, in serious need of editing.
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11 Responses to haiku challenge 23.2.12

  1. Someone is Special says:
    February 24, 2012 at 22:49

    Beautiful Viv! Simply beautiful viv!.. :-)

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  2. markwindham says:
    February 23, 2012 at 22:26

    Excellent; too often the gift is given with some expectation of return.

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  3. becca givens says:
    February 23, 2012 at 18:22

    I like your perspective … Flows very well, Viv! This type is not my forte! :D
    Here is my Day 23.

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  4. Valli says:
    February 23, 2012 at 16:18

    Very straight…and very neat…and very clear….Lovely haiku :)
    thanks for sharing :)

    A burning candle

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  5. Ramesh Sood says:
    February 23, 2012 at 12:13

    Simply beautiful!!! What can I really say… Viv.. pure giving this!!

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  6. Tilly Bud says:
    February 23, 2012 at 10:22

    I love it when you write haiku. Great sentiment and neatly done.

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  7. cloakedmonk says:
    February 23, 2012 at 06:31

    Lightening the load of the other is a beautiful thing.

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  8. Ellecee says:
    February 23, 2012 at 02:25

    Yes, “giving what we can” is really what it’s about – in all things.

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  9. Yousei Hime says:
    February 23, 2012 at 01:44

    What an interesting challenge. I like your liberties. Wouldn’t be the same message without them. Thank you for stopping by and reading recently. I’ve enjoyed this month of haiku. :)

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  10. Chevrefeuille says:
    February 23, 2012 at 00:15

    Wonderful crafted Viv. Nice verses on all that life is about. Loved reading this contribution to The Haiku Challenge.

    Namaste

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  11. Sherry Blue Sky says:
    February 22, 2012 at 23:52

    Beautiful-what life is all about! Love it, Viv!

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