Escape

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Tanka Haiku Contest

sensual touches sate a need that aids depressed hearts seeking passion patches to cover twin aches worn as scars from rejection escape needs fulfilled covers hold two stories told ~ desperate duet

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Paula Goldsmith

Date: 8/3/2025 10:57:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. Your "Escape" is a powerful write. Have a blessed day with your win................

Oliver Mckeithan

Date: 8/3/2025 10:41:00 AM

Congrats on your placement in my contest Cay Cay. Like the worn as scars line

Rowena Velasco

Date: 8/3/2025 7:10:00 AM

This is raw and deeply human—beautifully capturing how intimacy can both soothe and expose our hidden pain. The imagery is tender and haunting. Such powerful writing.

Paige Hind

Date: 8/2/2025 4:54:00 PM

Heartwrenching "twin aches" - it's beautiful

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/2/2025 8:13:00 AM

Excellent use of both forms, Caycay. Also a heartfelt set.

CayCay Jennings
Date: 8/2/2025 2:55:00 PM

Thank you. I keep picking at it, won't leave it alone! Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Anne Winter

Date: 8/2/2025 4:16:00 AM

Dear CayCay, this poem is a beautiful expression of vulnerability and longing. The way you've woven together words to convey the complexities of human emotions is truly captivating. The phrase 'desperate duet' resonates deeply, highlighting the intense yearning for connection and understanding. Your writing has a way of touching the heart, and I appreciate the raw honesty you've shared through your words. Best, Anne

CayCay Jennings
Date: 8/2/2025 2:54:00 PM

I revised a lot of this, pressed 'update post' and there your complimentary comments were. So, I'm not sure exactly which version you commented on, but I didn't totally care for my 1st post and tweaked, tweaked and repeated. Either way, either version, you are beyond sweet to me. Poetry hugs ... CayCay