Sand



In a quiet space at the far corner of the world, there are no humans. The universe is still wondrous magic. The red sun gives way to the red moon, for the earth, though beautiful, is still suffering the dust that mankind leaves behind after a day's hard work. At polluting the air. The winds. The desert.

sand drops silently
into the desert of moons
witness to starburst

In the green verdant lush forest deep in the jungle, there are no humans. The tree canopies open up to the skies of flurrying clouds. The brooks give way to streams to rivers, laboring under the burden of progress that mankind deems so necessary. Polluting the river. The seas. The oceans.

tear drops with a splash
into the yawning ocean
gasping for air -

In the mindless stream of the digital consciousness, there are no humans. The internet is the wondrous highway that connects us all in a mysterious manner. Revolution gives way to revelation to renaissance of thought. Youtube, new media and twitter find their way to be relevant. Polluting the mind. The soul.

sable tombe -
dans le désert de lunes
voit la nuit étoilée



by ninotaziz. all rights reserved.

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My Haibun this week for Haiku Heights





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  1. AnonymousJuly 6, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    Exceptional writing and the haiku are master level

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:51 AM

      Dear MLM,

      I kept searching for you. Thank you for your very high praise, much appreciated. I know there are many writers who write much better poetry that is cryptic and marvelous, that sings and cries and sighs. Me - I always try to do the best I can with the time I have.

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  2. NankaJuly 7, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    Exquisite!!...... and your concern for deterioration -
    environmental or life in general!!

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:47 AM

      Thank you Nanka for your observation. Life is precious. All life.

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  3. Brian MillerJuly 7, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Revolution gives way to revelation to renaissance of thought...true that...and pollution is not limited to the earth but we def pollute each other as well...

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    1. Brian MillerJuly 17, 2013 at 8:10 AM

      hiya ninot...enjoyed your interview the other day...

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    2. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 8:12 AM

      Thank you Brian. Sherry really went all out. Bless her.

      BTW, I sent in my entry! All the best!

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  4. MaryJuly 7, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    So many different kinds of changes....bringing pollution of various kinds. As far as the third haibun, I think the internet has yielded mixed blessings. We wouldn't be reading each other's words without it, but I know there is its dark side as well.

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:45 AM

      Oh yes…the dark side is scary. But the good far outweighs the bad, Mary? Or does it really?

      I believe so. I cherish my blogosphere family. It is real.

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  5. ScarletJuly 7, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    I think its sad that one day, everything will be sand and dust with the way we are using and wasting away resources ~ Haibun style is excellent form ~

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:46 AM

      Will it be sad? I don't know Grace, the earth might be a BEAUTIFUL blue marble without humans.

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  6. anthonynorthJuly 7, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    The pollution of environment and us with trivia. Great write. New forms of communication used to lead to real new knowledge. Not this time, it seems.

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:44 AM

      Pollution has another name, Sir Anthony. Excessive waste! Never a good thing.

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  7. kaykualaJuly 7, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    Ninot Ma'am!
    Come to think of it. What it'll be like when there're no humans to pollute the eco-system. Wouldn't the sand settle and clear itself peacefully. Yes, wouldn't it! Brilliant take Ma'am!

    Hank

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:43 AM

      Thank you Sir Hank. Will Mankind ever learn?

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  8. Cressida de NovaJuly 7, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Man does tend to pollute everything but we must not forget the magic he creates sometimes.

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:42 AM

      Oh yes. The relationship between earth and mankind is rather like an old marriage?

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  9. Sherry Blue SkyJuly 7, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    Your first haiku is breathtaking, Ninot. The entire piece is thought-provoking. A wonderful haibun.

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:42 AM

      Thank you Sherry. I really enjoyed myself with this piece. I am reworking it...

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  10. Madeleine Begun KaneJuly 7, 2013 at 10:58 PM

    Beautiful expressed!

    Madeleine Begun Kane

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:41 AM

      Thank you Madeleine…glad you found my'unforgettable' limerick acceptable.

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  11. kelvin s.m.July 17, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    ...Ninot... these are brilliant set of thoughtful Haibuns... i am learning to the principles of it these days & hopefully i will be able to write one or more sometime in the future... smiles... i enjoyed it... thank you...

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:35 AM

      I am glad you like this haibun, Kelvin. Over the years I have grown to love this format so much, partly because it is so easy to remember, and also because it combines prose and poetry.

      Glad you enjoyed it.

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  12. kelvin s.m.July 17, 2013 at 7:53 AM

    p.s. »» i have also read your interview at poets united recently... and wow... you are a super woman to handle your loaded schedules... i was touched by how each member of your family extended support t'wards your passion & endeavors in life... you & your family are all inspiring in a variety of ways... i thank you for all you do t'wards the campaign & preserving of one aspect of our world's treasures... you are def. a hero for the future generations... i am happy & proud to have met you here in blogosphere... smiles...

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:39 AM

      It has chosen me, this movement to revive Malay Hikayat. It is not an easy journey and perhaps I am rather obsessed by this passion of mine. But I can't help myself and it is my luck that my family feels the same way. Or rather, they have been persuaded, cajoled and pressed on to help me in this quest.

      But Mum's the best - she is more passionate than me!

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  13. TCPCJuly 18, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    very beautiful! I read your interview at PU and somehow could not post a comment there. Its wonderful knowing you and your remarkable journey!

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    1. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:33 AM

      Thank you Akila…quite a few could not post a comment. I have informed Sherry. I feel rather shy shy about having said so much…But that is my life for now!

      Thank you again.

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  14. ninotazizJuly 18, 2013 at 1:40 AM

    Hi Loredana, I just noticed, you are writing in French too! I am waiting for your poetry in Italian during your earlier days, my friend!

    Loves all the way to New York...

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  15. AnonymousJuly 19, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    As always I am enchanted when I read your words. Good to see you here again. Hope you are well.

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  16. ninotazizJuly 20, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Hi Renee! I am fine. I just saw your poem about your grandson. My Ikesha who is seven is charming just like that - our blessings...

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