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Black Eyed Susan

The eyes are watching
         through the tall blades of green grass
                           Yellow faces show
                Black Eyed Susan are scattered
                 with highlights across the yard

Heidi Sands

7/23/23

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Marikate Kingston

September 25, 2023 at 7:09 PM

What do they see? In your poem, beautiful imagery!

Sara Kendrick

August 2, 2023 at 5:33 AM

Wow!! I like this one. It would be scary to walk out and a bear be out there in my yard. Once there was one that came through here but they are usually lost either from down in Florida or from north Georgia. Thanks for the visit to my page and for sharing this nice Tanka. Sara

Heidi Sands

August 2, 2023 at 6:28 AM

Thank you Sara. Usually each summer adult black bear wander through here occasionally and sometimes with a cub. This time, an abandoned cub has been around staying close by and coming here multiple times daily. A rescue place may need to be contacted. I appreciate your visit to my page also. I hope you have a nice day :)

Susan Ashley

July 29, 2023 at 8:56 AM

Dear Heidi, the power of your beautiful imagery brings me there to revel among the Black Eyed Susans. A delightful tanka, my friend! Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Heidi Sands

July 29, 2023 at 9:08 AM

Thank you Susan. They are bright here :)

Judy Ball

July 26, 2023 at 4:50 PM

Black Eyed Susans are so charming to look at but I was told they can be quite toxic to people and pets. Loved your poem though. Nice job. I too am a nature lover and enjoyed this. God Bless, JB

Heidi Sands

July 27, 2023 at 5:18 AM

Hi Judy. Oh, I didn't know they are toxic. Thank you for the kind comment and info. Blessings :)