My skin absorbs the dust of frozen centuries,
the dust remains like footprints in the sand,
and I stand frozen like a marbled drop of yellow rain.
“TEMPLES” is a poem in what I have termed the Euro-Ku. This style borrows the name and part of the idea that gave form to the traditional Japanese Haiku. However, I have changed most of the rules that govern the composition of that well known form. In the Euro-Ku the verses…they are still only three…do not have to have the same syllable count as in the Haiku. The three verses should flow into each other in a coherent and obvious fashion and should be written in the contemporary vernacular, as if one were writing the lyrics of a pop song. The meaning and the message should be intended for the proletariat; clearly understood by all. It should not be hidden within confusing and archaic…researched…words.
C.2022, Francisco Bravo Cabrera, 22/02/2022, Valencia, Spain
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A wonderful modern take on the classic traditional form. Love the creativity, my friend!
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Thank you very, very much my friend!
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No he transitado el camino de los Haikus por las reglas tan estrictas, pero al crear Euro-Ku, le das una nueva forma, mas libertad en los versos. Bien por tu creatividad. Mis felicitaciones Francisco.
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Gracias mi amigo Manuel. A mi siempre me fascinaron los Haiku pero no me gustaban las restricciones tampoco ni me sentía identificado con el pensamiento oriental. Ahora queda que alguien…un poeta como tu…desarrolle el Ameri-Ku en español. Que te parece? Un saludo,
Francisco
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Sin lugar a dudas que lo voy a intentar.
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Venga! Se que harás de maravillas. Un saludo.
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Gracias Francisco.
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Se nada Manuel.
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Rules here are admirable. This example speaks well of he form.
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Thank you so much my friend!
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This is such a beautiful Euro-Ku. The photograph along with your amazingly gorgeous words give you a sense of being along side you looking at this beautiful old building. Sending love to you both. ❤️🤗🦋🙏
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Thank you 😊 so very much Joni! Love, peace and happiness to you both always!
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You are most welcome. Big hugs to you both. ❤️🤗
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