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Haiku (The Setting Sun)

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21 total reviews 
Comment from Dean Kuch
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

This is a lovely haiku, Kerry, and very well done.
Lines one and two show excellent concrete imagery and the use of alliteration felt natural, not forced, in your first line.
Your "kigo", or seasonal reference, could be late spring, summer, or even early autumn.
Your satori line is a brief summation--or "Ah-ha!"--moment and the overall presentation is lovely.
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 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Oh, Thank you so much, Dean for the wonderful review. I'm certainly happy you liked it. I appreciate your kind words and generous 6 stars. Haiku Hugs!
reply by Dean Kuch on 03-Aug-2018
    You're very welcome, Kerry.
    Haiku Hugs to you too. :)
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    :))) Enjoy your weekend!
Comment from rama devi
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What a stunning photo! Wow! I like the peronsifcation in this. Excellent word economy and fine alliteraiton of E and consonance of F, L, M and N. Good tone and tenor. It's not easy tomake a haiku musical - and you achieved it! BRavo.

I enjoyed the creative satori line, especially.

Best of luck.

Warmly, rd

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Rama, I greatly appreciate your wonderful review.
reply by rama devi on 03-Aug-2018
    My pleasure :)
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    :)
reply by rama devi on 03-Aug-2018
    :-))
Comment from Hitcher
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Now that there is one impressive little contest entry Kerry : ) The picture is perfect for your creative words which offer up great visuals... Your last line is my favorite! Good luck matey!

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Hitcher for such kind words, I greatly appreciate it.
Comment from jenintorre
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This is a very good Haiku. So much imagery in your well chosen words.
You have chosen fabulous artwork to enhance your Haiku.
I wish you lots of luck in the competition. Best wishes Jen.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Jen, I appreciate your kind comments.
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
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A very well-written haiku that describes the sunset perfectly and brings it closer to the reader. I love to watch the sunsets and enjoy the different hues that color the sky.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Sandra, your kindness is much appreciated.
Comment from Thomas Bowling
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I have never thought of it this way, but after your excellent haiku, henceforth I always will. I really, really like this. It's brilliant. You must be a genius.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    :)) Thank you, Tom, your most gracious comments put a smile on my face. I greatly appreciate it, happy you enjoyed it.
Comment from Mistydawn
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What a gorgeous picture, so colorful, serene. Your poem is well-written, your great word choice description paints a beautiful picture in the reader's mind.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you so kindly, Misty, I greatly appreciate it.
Comment from Tessa Kay
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I love how every word is strong and paints a mind picture. Emanating, reflecting, fading, and exhaling. It's getting warm here in Portugal this week, so we have plenty of warm evenings. Great job.

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Tessa, I greatly appreciate your kind comments.
Comment from Hugh McDowell
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Excellent. Sets an end of the day mood with excellent description. Good flow and connectivity with the use of fading, glow, exhale. I can imagine the morning version; screaming rising sun, etc. Great picture. Hugh

 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you so much, Hugh, I appreciate your kind comments.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Excellent
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Good job, Kerry, with your haiku contest entry. Your words clearly paint a picture for readers. The picture is beautiful against the black background, too. Your syllable count is correct, the alliteration of 's' & 'e' are good. Your satori is a great aha moment. Best wishes Jan

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 Comment Written 03-Aug-2018


reply by the author on 03-Aug-2018
    Thank you, Jan, I greatly appreciate your kind comments.