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Petals on the floor Two stems in a broken vase In desperation Drink the tears that come too late For a rose that’s lost its bloom Placed 3rd in Brian Strand's Tanka acontest

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Date: 1/16/2021 3:57:00 PM
A lovely tanka Elaine. Beautifully meaningful.
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Elaine George
Date: 1/17/2021 11:22:00 AM
Thank you for stopping by, and for your much appreciated kind comment. ~ Elaine
Date: 7/22/2018 8:03:00 AM
Beautiful. You are so talented.
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Elaine George
Date: 7/28/2018 7:31:00 AM
Thank you so much, P.M.
Date: 4/26/2009 1:36:00 PM
Wonderful write. . . really enjoyed the tone.
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