haiku (frozen foraging)
a haiku23 total reviews
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Hahahahaha. I'm so sorry, but this really struck me funny. Perhaps because I just despise ants for their hyperkinetic ways and their "group mentality." But the words "no winter picnic" coupled with that really dire picture just appealed to my oh-so sick sense of humor. Best of luck to you in the haiku contest! xoxox
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Hahahahaha. I'm so sorry, but this really struck me funny. Perhaps because I just despise ants for their hyperkinetic ways and their "group mentality." But the words "no winter picnic" coupled with that really dire picture just appealed to my oh-so sick sense of humor. Best of luck to you in the haiku contest! xoxox
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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The poor thing may think he's on a mountain of sugar.
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Yessss! I bet that's what happened!!
Comment from Dawn Munro
No indeed -- it would not be a picnic (but that is a clever satori)! We don't stop to think about insects very often, yet they are a vital part of the environment. Don't rake! There's shelter and food in those fallen leaves!
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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No indeed -- it would not be a picnic (but that is a clever satori)! We don't stop to think about insects very often, yet they are a vital part of the environment. Don't rake! There's shelter and food in those fallen leaves!
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Thank you, Dawn. I'm sure this one will survive.
Comment from judiverse
Didn't get the memo about winter coming, apparently. What's the guy supposed to do? Frozen foraging is great alliteration but wouldn't be great fun. It certainly would be no winter picnic. Well, this got me to thinking. What do insects do during the winter? judi
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Didn't get the memo about winter coming, apparently. What's the guy supposed to do? Frozen foraging is great alliteration but wouldn't be great fun. It certainly would be no winter picnic. Well, this got me to thinking. What do insects do during the winter? judi
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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This one was friends with the grasshopper who also lacks planning.
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Here's hoping they wrote their name on their bodies so they can be identified. jud
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Here's hoping they wrote their name on their bodies so they can be identified. jud
Comment from Father Flaps
Wow! How did you ever find an ant in the snow, Bill?
I don't like ants. I've battled them so many times. If they'd just stay out of my house! But they always find a way in. They're so small, but mighty. And social. Super Bugs! That's what they are. Well, let him find a meal in icy cold snow. I've got no sympathy for him.
I like the alliteration of "frozen foraging".
But my favorite line is the last one,
"no winter picnic"
When I had the Cub Pack back in the 70s, I'd take them for a Saturday hike in the snow. I taught them to start a fire quickly using birch bark and dead spruce branches. They'd cook hot dogs, or heat up a can of beans or spaghetti. And last, but never least, hot chocolate! Then we'd play a game of "Capture The Flag"! A winter picnic!
Good Luck in the Haiku poetry contest, Bill!
Cheers,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Wow! How did you ever find an ant in the snow, Bill?
I don't like ants. I've battled them so many times. If they'd just stay out of my house! But they always find a way in. They're so small, but mighty. And social. Super Bugs! That's what they are. Well, let him find a meal in icy cold snow. I've got no sympathy for him.
I like the alliteration of "frozen foraging".
But my favorite line is the last one,
"no winter picnic"
When I had the Cub Pack back in the 70s, I'd take them for a Saturday hike in the snow. I taught them to start a fire quickly using birch bark and dead spruce branches. They'd cook hot dogs, or heat up a can of beans or spaghetti. And last, but never least, hot chocolate! Then we'd play a game of "Capture The Flag"! A winter picnic!
Good Luck in the Haiku poetry contest, Bill!
Cheers,
Kimbob
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Sounds like a cool time with the Cub Pack back in the day, Kimbob.
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hey Bill.
Haiku is beyond my reach when it comes to writing, but your poem here absolutely describes the accompanying picture of the ant in an "ant avalanche" of ice and snow. Clever story and image.
Robert
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Hey Bill.
Haiku is beyond my reach when it comes to writing, but your poem here absolutely describes the accompanying picture of the ant in an "ant avalanche" of ice and snow. Clever story and image.
Robert
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Thank you, Robert
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You're welcome
Comment from Wendy G
One has to feel sorry for such tiny creatures trying their best to stay alive when the elements are so bitterly cold. A fine Haiku. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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One has to feel sorry for such tiny creatures trying their best to stay alive when the elements are so bitterly cold. A fine Haiku. Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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This one is headed north, unfortunately.
Comment from jim vecchio
Look like the flea that's been buzzing my computer screen all day. maybe I should keep this on and if he wants a mate, I can smash him finally. Naw, he's too much of match for me.
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Look like the flea that's been buzzing my computer screen all day. maybe I should keep this on and if he wants a mate, I can smash him finally. Naw, he's too much of match for me.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Perhaps as it grows you can hit it with a ball bat.
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A few minutes later, I got him! Then I realized I had a second one.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
The winter is a trying time for nature as it needs to be strong to survive and I enjoyed the struggle in this post as winter is no picnic for wildlife, much enjoyed, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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The winter is a trying time for nature as it needs to be strong to survive and I enjoyed the struggle in this post as winter is no picnic for wildlife, much enjoyed, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2024
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Thank you, Dolly
Comment from Julie Helms
Oh, that dude has no hope...
This is a unique and creative idea for your haiku. I don't think anybody in the history of the world has ever thought of a frozen ant picnic!
Best of luck in the contest.
Julie
:-)
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2024
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Oh, that dude has no hope...
This is a unique and creative idea for your haiku. I don't think anybody in the history of the world has ever thought of a frozen ant picnic!
Best of luck in the contest.
Julie
:-)
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2024
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Wonder if he's looking for a rubber tree plant.
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
Excellent entry for the Haiku Poetry contest. Good description of the scene in the picture presented. Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2024
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Excellent entry for the Haiku Poetry contest. Good description of the scene in the picture presented. Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2024
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Thank you, Marilyn
