autumn of life

glorious summer
now a fading memory
leaves begin to fall
reminding me my summer
is now a thing of the past
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Dietrich Avatar
August 27, 2026 at 3:15 PM
My feelings exactly when I read this one. Congrats on your win. I really like this
Strudwick Avatar
August 28, 2026 at 12:28 AM
Like my summer, it fades against your number one, Andrea!
Kitchin Avatar
August 27, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Bryn, congratulations on your winning placement with your wonderful tanka. 🥉
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