Most of you will be at least somewhat familiar with the Japanese haiku tradition. A haiku is a short, resonant, lyrical three-line poem. The first and third lines usually have five syllables; the second has seven. Compose a haiku that captures the main feeling of your essay in this form and submit it as a reply to this post.
Through another’s pain,
I give pieces of myself,
and find strength within.
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The world is so full
Observing it can teach us
We can learn so much
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Challenges will come
yet determination stays
strength becomes my guide
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each person unique
inside sits a complex world
listen and observe
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Problems that we face
Solutions a glimpse away
Wait for the answer
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Stick with your morals
Surround yourself with good people
Stay true to yourself
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Working hard is best
No matter if you do fail
Let the failure be lessons
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You can’t tell me what to wear,
how to do my hair.
You go your way I’ll go mine.
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I stand when you fall
no need to ask of explain
I’m already there
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Goals are worth effort.
Focus in on the ending.
Just keep on striving.
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Learning from the past,
decision making is key,
fulfilling my life
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Identity is formed by art
It allows confidence to grow,
Improving your life
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Forgiveness takes time,
A little bit of strength but
Your heart will feel peace
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Loyal hearts remain,
loyalty binds every bond,
unbroken by time
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Expressing yourself
Can be a great form of art
In many different ways
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Think of a problem,
look for some sources,
gain new clarity.
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Through small acts of care,
I brighten the shadowed world
their joy lights my own.
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To know who you are
is to live by how you feel
and find what grounds you.
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