My Haiku Offering for National Haiku Day
We’re not asked to build
a bigger table. We’re asked
to join them for tea.
(c) Marie Elena Good 2026
pictured words
a simple pairing of pictures and poetry
April 17, 2026
April 17, 2026
Of Questionable Sayings (an American Sentence)
But if something goes missing, now it’s nothing that’s new under the sun.
© Marie Elena Good
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a new poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 12, 2026
Of Certainty (an American Sentence)
I believe the only thing set in stone, is that it’s not mine to throw.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a set poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 11, 2026
Of My Travels (an American Sentence)
Of My Travels (an American Sentence)
Rest assured, my returns have never ended with the goal of splash down.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Nasa’s Artemis 2 returned yesterday. Interestingly, the woman (Christina Koch) is a former student of my poet friend Jane Schlensky!
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a home poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 7, 2026
Of an a.m. annihilation announcement (an American Sentence)
Has it dawned on you yet that he’s become unhinged in his twilight years?
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a dawn and/or dusk poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 6, 2026
Favorite Color
You know how people sometimes ask what your favorite color is? It has always been so hard for me to give a firm, convincing response. The green outdoors is so life-giving that I love to bring it inside. And when I wear it, it makes my eyes look pretty green. Soft, watery blue is lovely and restful. YlnMn blue is the most magnificent color I have ever laid eyes on. It is even better than royal or cobalt. Lemony yellow is cheerful and bright. My husband likes it when I wear red, though I don’t own much. Gray is fantastic for making any imaginable color near it pop. Being my favorite season and bringing welcome childhood memories, autumn colors warm my heart. But it wasn’t until this weekend that I suddenly realized I do have an absolute favorite.
Spring’s first buds and blooms.
Snowfall. Fresh sheet of paper.
Purity and peace.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
April 5, 2026
OF LIFE AND DEATH (an American Sentence)
It is simply that the Author of Life could never be held in death.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a safety poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 5, 2026
EASTER COLORS (three 5/7/5 poems)
1.
The Color of Redemption
I can’t bear to think
of His beautiful dark skin
ripped down to muscle.
2.
Lapis Lazuli
More precious than gold,
this deep blue embodies the
Mother of Jesus.
3.
Holy Reflection
Only light as pure
as reflects from God’s own Son
can mirror His love.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
April 4, 2026
OF THEN AND NOW (an American Sentence)
Back in the day, there was no such thing as the best friend you’ve never met.
© Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write a friend poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
April 3, 2026
OF GRANDDAUGHTERS AND GOOD FRIDAY (an American Sentence)
They crack poetry books while Easter bread rises to the occasion.
@ Marie Elena Good 2026
Written for Robert Lee Brewer’s April Poem-a-Day challenge. Today’s prompt is to write an open poem.
Allen Ginsberg created the poetic form he called the American Sentence. It is a complete sentence of 17 syllables.
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