Author Archives: Jan Morrill
National Poetry Month – Day 13: Horse
My haiku for Day 13 of National Poetry Month was inspired by a discarded merry-go-round horse we found on a playground. I was puzzled about how it got there, but was also charmed by my granddaughter’s enchantment with the horse. … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 12: Hungary
For Day 12 of National Poetry Month, I want to recognize and celebrate Hungary’s election and the defeat of Viktor Orbán. We cruised the Danube for Christmas market last November. The embarked in Budapest and were lucky to spend two … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 11: Rose
For Day 11 of National Poetry Month, I wrote about these roses that graced the Tuscan winery we stayed at in 2024. Often when I look at a flower, I’m amazed at its perfection. If you’ve ever been inspired by … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 10: Splashdown
Welcome to Day 10 of National Poetry Month! I’m celebrating by writing a haiku each day in April, and I’d love for you to join me! Simply share your haiku in the comments. For each haiku you share, I’ll enter … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 9: Obi
Welcome to Day 9 of National Poetry Month! I’m celebrating by writing a haiku each day in April, and I’d love for you to join me! Simply share your haiku in the comments. For each haiku you share, I’ll enter … Continue reading
Memoir-in-Progress: Unrequited
In previous posts, I’ve talked about the challenges of writing a memoir, but more specifically, the fear associated with publishing it. I also mentioned that I would take “baby-steps” by blogging about the memoir, first of all to see what … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 7: Mad Man
Today’s haiku is titled “Mad Man.” Sorry, not sorry if it’s offensive to anyone. But this is what has occupied my mind today. How can it be ignored? If you, too have been preoccupied by this potential horror, by words … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 6: Snail
Welcome to Day 6 of National Poetry Month! I’m celebrating by writing a haiku each day in April, and I’d love for you to join me! Simply share your haiku in the comments. For each haiku you share, I’ll enter … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 5: Easter
Welcome to Day 5 of National Poetry Month! I’m celebrating by writing a haiku each day in April, and I’d love for you to join me! Simply share your haiku in the comments. For each haiku you share, I’ll enter … Continue reading
National Poetry Month – Day 4: Fingerprints
Welcome to Day 4 of National Poetry Month! (Barely! I’ve had grandkids here for Easter, so I’ve written my haiku and am posting close to the last minute!) I’m celebrating by writing a haiku each day in April, and I’d … Continue reading
