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Haikus Inspired by Mommy Necklaces

Posted by Administrator on 6/27/2011
So, if you're connected with us on Facebook, you've more-than-likely noticed that we like to keep things fun and fresh (and sometimes funky and full of typos - sorry). Of course, we're busy and always trying to find a consistent balance of play and work, but recently we've decided to play "Reward Me" games.
 
Depending on the weekly theme, you will be "rewarded" with something MN related. You are given an objective and enter by meeting that request (sometimes it is taking a pictures, etc). This week, it was Haiku writing (I don't make this stuff up! Blame it on MN Fan Valerie!).
 
I like pushing you girls outside the box, so why not try writing a Haiku? The amazing part... we had close to 70 enteries and honestly, every one was clearly thought out!
 
With that many enteries, I had to post them all here for everyone to read.  They really are that good.  Because I am definitely not a Haiku expert, I've enlisted in the help of a fellow MNer to help me judge these enteries.  She has the daunting task of narrowing them down to 8 finalist.  After that, you'll help me vote. 
 
There will be 4 winners.  They will win the necklace or idea they based their Haiku on.  The poems will be judged on creativity, flow, Haiku formatting, etc.  Also, we are looking for Haiku's that rally reference their MN inspiration (aka: how clearly is your idea articulated in your poem). 
 
Without further babble, here are the enteries.  Make sure to leave a comment and let us (and the writers) know what you think! 
 
(yep, this is long - excuse formatting issues - to save on time we had to copy/paste from emails)
 
 
New story, new life
A new home to call my own
Gypsy blood settled

 

I hold you close by

looking upon you my love,

smoke black bronze-brown eyes.

 

Cool Breezes, Soft sand

As far as the eye can see..

Here in BERMUDA

 

I dream of color
beautiful, soft, Renewing
water drops dance blue.

 

Sweet peaches and ice
under infinite blue skies
enlighten my soul

 

mother of three boys
testosterone surrounded
pink purple PASSION

 

Daylight sweeps away
A twinkle escapes the sky
Bringing forth Twilight

 

Lush oleander
Pink sand and azure waters
Dreams of Bermuda

 

Strong, Earthy Mama
Inspired by her baby
To save planet earth - Today.

 

Twilight Nursing at Twilight Stars
twinkling and moon so bright

Cherishing tonight

 

How I long for thee

In pink, green and purple hues

Aurora my love

 

Your not just a CRUSH
I'm truly in love with you
SUMMER dreams come true

 

The grass moves gently
water rushes over my toes
lush leaves whisper "shhhhhh"

 

mother and daughters

topaz diamond blue topaz

a string for my heart

  

Turquoise waters, bright blue skies
Dreams of vacation
Oh elusive Bermuda

 

Laughter, love of two

Time sees family flourish

In adoration

 

Raelynn, Ooh La La

Wife Mom Friend and so much more

MN's heart and soul!

 

Ice cold, strawberry
Glossy cherries on the top
Good enough to eat!

 

delicious beauty
like the icing on a cake
beautiful FROSTing

 

Nursing at Twilight
Stars twinkling and moon so bright
Cherishing tonight

 

Excited for pink
Baby due soon, already
Love is in full Bloom!

 

Silver, Coral, Smoke
Classy yet also Sassy
Such Zeal from the start

 

Swimsuits and sorbets

Laughter under the sun's rays

Lazy summer days

 

En Vogue, A la Mode
Fashionista mommy now
Bring on the Catwalk.

 

tumbled in the light
amber fire, ocean waves
green eyes of my child

 
 

Never read the books

Love TWILIGHT but not vampires

Edward, Jacob, what?!

 

Twilight is so nice,

In the sublime Summertime.

I love Chicago!
 
 

V-neck sweater red
Tear drop black, red just a touch
Beauty all will see

 

Smokey Ellipses
Trendy, Devoted Momma
A Hint of Coral


 

shining summer sun
soft peach and pink radiate
ambiance is there

 

Her tenacity
for finding vivacity
turned fresh or delish

 

Bermuda Flat Rock

Looks so stylish on Mama;

Nana wants one, too.

 

Twilight around me-
I am wearing its glory;
Dazzling dangling fun!


 

DREAM my sweet baby

You are always in my heart

Daddys' little girl

 

Pink skin, such sweet scent
Perfect pout in berry red
Newborn in Sorbet

 

Love reborn this day

In Twilight with locked Lapis

Vows we will renew
 

Gorgeous Bermuda
Would compliment my blue eyes
And all that I wear

 

When you drape my neck,
I am happy and I smile,
beauty shines from us.
A beautiful memory fills me,
you are always there,
I hope to never lose you.
I shall never love another more,
and you will always be close,
you bring Harmony to my life.


 

lush green vines entwine

plump purple grapes full of juice

embrace SONOMA

 

Nestled in roses

Vibrant burst of red, black splashed
Dauntless Ladybug

 

Tears of joy and woe

Flourished with pride and honor

My Air Force Hero

 

Turquoise, azure, blue

A chic strand - where sky meets sea

A new world, renewed...

 

Three little boys
Love them all to the moon but
Hope to 'glow' pink next

 

Old, worn out, yet comfortable

Earth, home, life, determined like a mother

Rustic, in other word, beautiful

 

Gentle ocean waves
Harmonizing sea and sky
Reflecting all life

 

Soft swirls, purple, blue.

Willows bend, kiss pink blooms that

Lounge on frog-green rafts.

 
 

Standing on the beach
Gaze into the ocean
See my own REFLECTION!

 

Dim tranquility

Peacefully winding downward

Twilight lingers on

 

lavendar kisses
cool reflective waters
cherry blossoms dance

 

Oh, turquoise donut,
how I long to soak you in
seas of teal and cream.

 

Dipping would be FUN!

Colors are great for summer,

and also the Fall!

 

 To flourish the sun
A child in Feb. Aug. and Dec.
Is born unto us

 

A spring Rain RENEWED
A delicate Petal Drops Down
A break before Dawn

 

Ice Frosts My Window
Simplicity is Defined
Elegance Re-Born.

 

Lavender, coral
espresso, pineapple, peach...
Warm summer sunrise

 

Chic strands, I have ten.

Is that hubby, home early?
Race to the mailbox!

 

Like a wintry day
Glistening icy wonder
Sparkling Frost Teardrop

 

 

"Too many!" says hubs.
But he won't be complaining,
When I Skinny Dip!
 
 
Mommy necklaces
Love to win dangling donuts
Hanging on my neck

 

A custom to wear

Her special day I will share

My best friends wedding

Gold is her color

Please fill my custom order

I have plans for it

Soon they'll be ready

One day she will be rocking

A baby to feed

Many years before

A surprise up my stocking

A custom made gift

Wedding day jewelry

Gifted as her first MN

What a memory

So golden shimmers

Hope I will be a winner

Great story to tell

 

Can Not Stop Dreaming
Of A Summer Crush, Oh My
Longing For My Love

 

Tender and Juicy
A funny way to define
Abundant colors

 

Mommy Necklaces
Make me want to “dream” all day
Baby loves them, too

 

Visions of Emerald,Sapphire,Garnet
Flourish in my hearts desire
Longing to lay the colors of my loves
Against my beating heart
Flourishing with love everlasting
 

 Bright colors I see,
Hot pink, purple, green, and, blue.
A Fresh Twist for me!

 

Swaying. Eyes aware.

Violet, Grass, little hands grab.

Unbreakable bonds.

 

You are my hero.

Holding Keepsake by my heart.

I love you soldier.

 
 

Which do I want now?
Red, pink, and black perfection
Oh la la of course!


Custom Oh la la!
My one last beautiful piece!
Collection complete!



Hope I can win this
"Lucky u" they will say when
Oh la la is mine!

 

Rainbow bright colors.

Interestingly shaped beads.

That’s Simply Snazzy!

 

Sapphire, crystal hues

ocean twinkles in delight

SPLASH into summer

 
 

Red and blue colors

On a beautiful necklace

Represent my kids 

 
 

Dearest Reflection
How I long to see thee shine
Will you soon be mine…?

 
 

Blue, Green, Purple, Pink
Summer Crush is what I crave
A custom for me!

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Leanne Webber Date 6/27/2011 10:59:39 PM
Reading the entries was just as much fun as writing my own! It was great to see them all. =)
Lycissa Date 6/27/2011 11:06:11 PM
Err... not to be a downer, but did you post all the entries? I received a confirmation that my haiku entry was received but I don't see it on this list.
Lindsay Boudwin Date 6/27/2011 11:12:39 PM
I LOVE: Soft swirls, purple, blue. Willows bend, kiss pink blooms that Lounge on frog-green rafts. Tears of joy and woe Flourished with pride and honor My Air Force Hero (brought tears to my eyes) "Too many!" says hubs. But he won't be complaining, When I Skinny Dip! Raelynn, Ooh La La Wife Mom Friend and so much more MN's heart and soul!
Holly Shumate Date 6/27/2011 11:52:10 PM
My four favorites are: Three little boys Love them all to the moon but Hope to 'glow' pink next Twilight Nursing at Twilight Stars twinkling and moon so bright Cherishing tonight Tender and Juicy A funny way to define Abundant colors "Too many!" says hubs. But he won't be complaining, When I Skinny Dip! But it's not easy to narrow down!
Holly Shumate Date 6/27/2011 11:52:33 PM
My four favorites are: Three little boys Love them all to the moon but Hope to 'glow' pink next Twilight Nursing at Twilight Stars twinkling and moon so bright Cherishing tonight Tender and Juicy A funny way to define Abundant colors "Too many!" says hubs. But he won't be complaining, When I Skinny Dip! But it's not easy to narrow down!
Sasha Date 6/27/2011 11:55:05 PM
My favs: Hubby's home, run to the mailbox! Nana wants one too Can not stop dreaming of a summer crush Baby on the way Ice frosts my window Catwalk Like a wintry day
Ava Date 6/28/2011 3:17:21 AM
They are all fabulous! Here are my top 4! Strong, Earthy Mama Inspired by her baby To save planet earth - Today. Swimsuits and sorbets Laughter under the sun's rays Lazy summer days En Vogue, A la Mode Fashionista mommy now Bring on the Catwalk. Nursing at Twilight Stars twinkling and moon so bright Cherishing tonight Great job mamas!
Shara Date 6/28/2011 1:58:17 PM
Here are my fav's: Dim tranquility Peacefully winding downward Twilight lingers on **** Twilight is so nice, In the sublime Summertime. I love Chicago! **** mother of three boys testosterone surrounded pink purple PASSION **** Ice Frosts My Window Simplicity is Defined Elegance Re-Born.
Shara Date 6/28/2011 1:58:26 PM
Here are my fav's: Dim tranquility Peacefully winding downward Twilight lingers on **** Twilight is so nice, In the sublime Summertime. I love Chicago! **** mother of three boys testosterone surrounded pink purple PASSION **** Ice Frosts My Window Simplicity is Defined Elegance Re-Born.
Tzipporah Date 6/28/2011 2:32:24 PM
Here are my two fav's: Strong, Earthy Mama Inspired by her baby To save planet earth - Today. En Vogue, A la Mode Fashionista mommy now Bring on the Catwalk. I can picture myself in each of the designs and then embracing the characteristics of each one. Love them!
Victoria Roundy Date 6/28/2011 2:33:37 PM
MY FAV'S are ~~I hold you close by looking upon you my love, smoke black bronze-brown eyes.~~ and this one... ~~Soft swirls, purple, blue. Willows bend, kiss pink blooms that Lounge on frog-green rafts.~~
Mandy Date 6/28/2011 2:36:01 PM
Love this one: Raelynn, Ooh La La Wife Mom Friend and so much more MN's heart and soul! What a beautiful tribute to Raelynn!
Liz Date 6/28/2011 3:38:50 PM
My First Fav is: You are my hero hollding Keepsake by my heart I love you soldier. Second Fav: Tears of joy and woe Flourished with pride and honor My Air Force Hero I am a sucker for Military Moms
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