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Math is Hard

And rules are made to be broken

By Cathy holmesPublished 3 years ago 1 min read
Top Story - August 2023
Photo by Joshua Hoehne on Unsplash

Math is really hard

5 is not less than or equal to 4

This is a haiku

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Yes, I know line two is 10 syllables so this doesn't qualify as a haiku. But I say it is a haiku. Rules, schmules. Who cares about the rules?

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Cathy holmes

Canadian family girl with a recently discovered love for writing. Other loves include animals and sports.

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  • Thavien Yliaster2 years ago

    It's funny that this was kicked from the challenge for not meeting syllable requirements. Guess they want tk pay attention this time but not all the other times beforehand. I say, edit it a bit, and resubmit it.

  • Mark Graham2 years ago

    Math is hard at times, but given the chance it can be quite fun. I always liked the vocabulary of math not the calculation part.

  • Ovegho Okome3 years ago

    Not too hard if you really have the interest for it

  • Rose Smith3 years ago

    "Math is Hard" is a sentiment that resonates with many, reflecting the challenges and complexities often associated with the subject. While math can indeed pose difficulties, it's essential to recognize that this perception is not a reflection of one's abilities, but rather a common sentiment stemming from various factors.

  • Kendall Defoe 3 years ago

    Well said!

  • Ovegho Okome3 years ago

    This is humorous

  • Test3 years ago

    I just read all the Short and Sweet comments. Now I get it! 🤣 👏

  • Embracing challenges, math's beauty unfolds; rules spark innovation.

  • ANFAS3 years ago

    sport my page

  • ANFAS3 years ago

    nice

  • Gerard DiLeo3 years ago

    Reminds me of the Magritte painting of a pipe with the words painted under it saying, "Ceci n'est pas une pipe."

  • Lydia Sanchez3 years ago

    Nice story!!! Good point

  • Jazzy 3 years ago

    Rules are meant to be broken! ANARCHY! 😁

  • Mariann Carroll3 years ago

    So relatable, great Haiku poem 🥰

  • Aksaya Bandodker3 years ago

    Nice story! I can totally relate to it! You can check out my work too!

  • Grz Colm3 years ago

    Hahah good point! 😆

  • Ashley Lima3 years ago

    Haha, nice one! Congrats on TS

  • Wow 😮 That was Totally not Fair💯✨👌😉📝❤️🎉I Love This Speak Cathy❗❗❗❗

  • Gina C.3 years ago

    Yes Queen! Congrats on Top Story!! 😍

  • JBaz3 years ago

    Rules, who needs them. Besides if you subtract the number of syllables from the first line (10-5 = 5) then because it was line two that was in error you add two(5+2) thus equaling 7.

  • Babs Iverson3 years ago

    Congratulations, my friend!!! While you didn't receive the $64,000 prize for answering my question due to someone hiesting the prize money. You managed a Top Story and a bonus $5.00!!! Woohoo!!!😎❤️💕

  • Lilly Cooper3 years ago

    Rule #1 of life, and therefore, of writing: Rules were made to be broken! Have at it Cathy, you rebel, you!!

  • Rob Angeli3 years ago

    Congratulations on top story! :)

  • The Dani Writer3 years ago

    Love. It-tahhh!!! *Damn skippy break dem rules* Congratulations for being featured as a top story!

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