Welcome to The Gumshoe Haiku Online Collection of Haiku Poems

After years of writing Haiku, I realized I'd better start keeping track of them in a single place.

I truly enjoy the simplicity of the genre, especially when life can be so complicated. Most of these simply come to me in moments of reflection. If the words don't float by like clouds in my view, I do not waste too much time searching for them. If you are not familiar with the Haiku poetry form, I've put a link somewhere over there on the right side of the page so you can get a bit more information. The only true rule I follow is the 5-7-5 syllabic structure. I tend to not worry about using a season word or cutting word as do the true Japanese Haiku.

I am a private detective (thus the word "gumshoe" in the title), a martial arts instructor and student, wife and mom. Those are definitely not listed in order of importance.

If you're nosy or curious, you can read more about me in detail in the "about me" section to the right. Otherwise, read on. Enjoy. Feel free to leave comments. Above all: relax.

Saturday, July 5, 2025

Always together,

Through laughter, tears, and trials,

Blessed partnership. 

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

Through the darkened house,
I walk quietly alone,

Ensuring all’s well. 

Friday, September 15, 2017

Some days I just can't,
So I take a deep breathe and,
Clasp my hands and pray.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

The first light'ning bug,
Made his ev'ning appearance,
Showing us the way. 

Saturday, April 18, 2015

Pink and bluish skies,
The sun rises above all,
The new day begins. 

Friday, February 27, 2015

A foolish man speaks,
And the world witnesses him,
Prove his ignorance. 

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

The abandoned pain,
Of a wound so primal has,
Resurfaced anew. 

Monday, February 24, 2014

Worry is only,

A temporary state of

Spiritual lapse. 

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Patience is tested,

Over and over again,

By those who have none. 

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Virtuous patience,

A skill yet to be mastered,

How you elude me. 

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

A pet: a friend and,
Family member, whose love,
Unconditional.

Saturday, June 15, 2013

Father's Day Haiku:
Dads are special men,
Giving up all selfishness,
For familys sake. 

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

The woodpecker pecks,
The tree is too tough to crack,
Meaningless trifle. 

Monday, June 10, 2013

Laughter charms the soul,
Invigorates the spirit,
Inspiring others. 

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Beauties of The Lord,
Surround us everyday,
See the miracles. 

Thursday, May 30, 2013

The clouds roll above,
Thunder and light'ning abound,
These storms, too, shall pass.

Friday, April 19, 2013

In a world unsure,
Be certain of this one thing,
God still stands with you

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Thunder and light'ning,
A symphony and art show,
All rolled into one.

Monday, April 8, 2013

Sitting silently,
Night music wafts on the air,
Playing for my soul.

Saturday, February 9, 2013

Silver linings are,
Ever-present if you can,
Just open your eyes.

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Dawn of a new day,
Against the stark winter trees,
Tidings of new life.

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Fluttering of wings,
A torrent of sound in flight,
Gone in an instant.

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Spiraling leaves with,
Wings of cool November's breeze,
Beautiful endings

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Watching the leaves drop,
Tinted harvest harmony,
Drifting symphony.

Monday, October 8, 2012

Try simply praying,
He will comfort those who are,
Weary in spirit.