Howard Kerr Poet Tanka

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Two extra haikus  added after the  first  haiku

Amethyst On Stalk Part Two

Lavenders “allure,”
they “lure”  bees, butterflies, folk,
toxic air immune,
flower on spike, fragrant vent,
evergreen shrub in svelte perfume

dilute  blob oe’r skin,
red  blotches, wrinkles, acne,
stoma clogs clean flush,
witch hazel spoon scoop  fold in,
with mauve plant a face  fillip

Sweet, spiced and salty,
courses, with subtle mint hint,               
wild herb a chef’s boon,
its honey glaze gels with greens,
or muffins, waffles, ice cream

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Andrea Dietrich August 30, 2026 at 7:53 PM So many uses of natural elements. I especially liked your first one Howard Kerr August 30, 2026 at 10:28 PM Thank you for that, Andrea. Your time and visit appreciated. Howard

Sara Kendrick August 30, 2026 at 4:55 AM Creative work. Way to go. So many uses for the Amethyst. Thank you for sharing it with us. 👏✍️. Sara K. Howard Kerr August 30, 2026 at 5:38 AM So many uses indeed, Sara. I’d agree with you wholeheartedly. Anyway, thank you again and again for your encouragement. Howard

Sotto Poet August 30, 2026 at 4:16 AM This is a brilliantly written poem with excellent language and amazing imagery. Rich descriptions provide a visceral experience, and your poetry transports readers to the magical realm of amethyst and its seductive properties. The theme of the fusion of delicious food and the natural world is inventive and intriguing. Well done Howard