Poetry can be written in many forms. One of the popular forms is called haiku. It is a challenging yet rewarding art. The key is to make you point quickly and completely while confined to 3 lines and strict syllable counts: First line: 5 syllables Second line: 7 syllables Third line: 5 syllables Writing these require an open mind, a good eraser and great themes. You can create a powerful, impactful, thought provoking poem in three lines. You can ignite a flame of love with 3 words. If you are looking for some powerful haiku start right here. ***Some poems have strong subject matter, advised for 18 years old or over.