This is a collection of Haiku written
by women living with breast cancer.
Survivors, Thrivers, Warriors -- whatever you call us,
these words speak eloquently
and sometimes humorously
about our experiences and feelings.

                                  -Suzanne Bria

The Haiku is a type of lyrical poetry
which was first developed  in Japan.
It is a tightly constructed form which demands
conciseness and clarity of language.
Haiku traditionally consists of three lines with a total of
seventeen syllables in this configuration: 5-7-5.

Click here for a basic introduction to the Haiku form.
       And another good link:  The English-Language Haiku Web Site
And check out:  200 Best Japanese Haiku

Remember, the Haiku cries out for the truth of that old adage:
"A picture is worth a thousand words."

-Suzanne Bria
-1 Aug 2000

-Suzanne Bria
May 1999

-Jacky in Texas
September 2000

As easy to find as
A snail in ivy; as tough
To maintain as clouds

-Suzanne Bria
September 27, 2000

Life can be quite good
But it takes a lot of work
I just need the strength

-Bobbie Rivere

In afternoon sun
She dreams of an autumn where
cancer does not live

-Suzanne Bria
September 30, 2000