Haiku about Death

Fallen sick on a journey,
In dreams I run wildly
Over a withered moor.

Basho, Matsuo. (1644-1694).

About Honor

Warriors embrace their code of honor as something unbreakable. In a way, honor is their life-guidelines. There are certain limits a real man do not cross; not because he can't but because it is not the right thing to do. It makes me sad to remember that usually power morally corrupt those who have it. A warrior would never take advantage of someone, not even an enemy that is defeated even less of someone who was supposed to be under his protection. In times of war is when people show what they are really made of, it is regrettable to see that some are made of shit... This is just an example Soldiers in Iraq

Warriors in modern Culture

The influence of the philosophy of the war and the point of view of some of its most outstanding representatives through the ages like the samurais is undeniable in the modern culture. Code of honor, defend what is right, self-sacrifice are just some of the values that has been spread out along the world. Broadcasted through the television and more recently via Internet, their teaches remain alive and continue inspiring the new generations to do the right thing and fight for their believes.

About Personality

Among all the characteristics that makes a warrior what it is, to me there are three that stand out from the rest, perseverance, discipline and desire. Perseverance is usually achieved through burning desire and discipline. However, is desire the starter point for any action. No one can deny the power that discipline has in people, and specially in a warrior due that forge him in his best. Gifted people without these three qualities become nothing.

Haiku about WWII

Countless humans
writhing in gigantic flame
Hiroshima hell

Yasuhiko Shigemoto ( Japan )