Robert Gorelick Poet Tanka

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Autumn's Reprieve

                        a park calm and hushed
                        autumn's crisp welcomed reprieve
                        cool shade for the lark
                        summer's cruel oppression lifts
                        an elm shrouded bench composed

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Andrea Dietrich September 21, 2025 at 2:15 PM The subdued quiet feel of early fall. Very nice

Rowena Velasco August 9, 2025 at 5:23 AM This is really peaceful and vivid! I love how you capture that quiet, refreshing feeling of autumn after a harsh summer. The imagery of the elm-shrouded bench is especially nice — it feels like a perfect little retreat in the park. Short but really atmospheric. Robert Gorelick September 5, 2025 at 12:05 PM Hi Rowena, my mind settles upon a cool autumn day with a hint of melancholy when I'm in need of comfort and validation. Your response is most welcoming. Robert

Marikate Kingston August 5, 2025 at 9:35 PM I'd love to sit on the bench with the Lark "cool shade for the lark" my favorite line. The heat in the Northeast is has been quite something. A nice read I am happy to come across. Robert Gorelick August 6, 2025 at 10:16 AM The lark awaits your welcomed arrival, dear poet. Thank you for your stopping by. Robert

I Am Anaya July 18, 2025 at 5:23 PM A bucolic ode to fall where days are coolened and a bench is inviting. Charmed! Robert Gorelick July 19, 2025 at 12:07 PM So true, I've always found October the ultimate refuge, haven't you? Besti, Robert G