Birthday Haiku's

Yesterday I celebrated my birthday in gorgeous Halong Bay and Hanoi. The only thing I requested from my family and friends were haikus of any subject matter. I usually think about haikus when I'm traveling due to a trend that my friends Jody and Kenny started when we traveled to Ireland together. They always came up with the perfect haiku to summarize the day. Thanks to all for submitting their haiku's! If you would like to submit one, please email me or post it in the comments!

May 27th in Halong Bay


Birthday dinner at French/Vietnamese restaurant: La on 25 Ly Quoc Su.

(note: the blouse I am wearing is one that was made in Hoi An)

Last minute haiku writing!


set sail, Alison
the east wind holds mystery
go, adventuress!
John Godino

Ali cat lurking
Can you find life's answers, hm?
Mud baths distract you
Vince Han

Wonderful birthday
Alison is our princess
Successful dreamer!
Ken and Helen Han

Alison is Great
She is a really cool aunt
I want to see her!
Chris Han, age 10

Seeking harmony
Meditate in zen garden
Answer lies within
Iris Han

Alison so sweet
like flowers in spring and fall
Have an awesome trip
Michael Han, age 12.99

Ho Chi Minh City
Danger in crossing the street
Lots of motorbikes
Brian Waldram

Hey taxi driver!
This is not where I wanted
I don't want to pay!
Reiko Ishikawa

Jolie raids the tombs
And fights a Spanish mummy
With a jellyfish
Alan Courtay

Aqui estamos
en Hanoi de Halong Bay
en Alison's day
Elena Rodriguez

Farflung friends gathered
Celebrating Alison
Happy birthday friend!
Sarah Stachowiak

Happy birthday friend
I hope that its a big splash
It has been for me!
Tyler Hill

she understands the
journey is everything
joyful is her life
Jody Eddy