Charlene James-Duguid’s most recent poem to appear here was “The Weight of the World” (July 2016) 

Amazing English
Language. How She works when No
One is watching Her.

Truths in seventeen
Syllables, bit of nature,
Surprise on the side.

Like overripe plums
Bursting forth bright crimson flesh
Haiku wins the race.

What race?  Any race
Toward elegance, stylishness
Prepare to be wowed.