Carrie Richards Poet Tanka

Chapel of Flowers

our trees have blossomed,
and some have knots in their yokes,
like one in my throat.....

fragile limbs look down and weep
to acknowledge my despair




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"Tanka Tears" Contest: Sponsored By Rick Parise
2/10/15

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Constance La France February 12, 2015 at 12:10 PM Carrie, your poem is so lovely, so visual and sweet as I look out my window at mountains of pure white snow, best of luck in the contest and thanks for visiting my poetry ~~

Tim Ryerson February 12, 2015 at 3:04 AM Ah yes my friend...How I identify with THIS. You never cease to amaze. I think you've got a winner here...Thanks SO much for taking the time to read my three-part Narrative and for the encouraging comment...I never thought of making it into a short story! - Tim

James Peranteau February 11, 2015 at 1:44 PM My dear poetic friend; you must be forlorn, to write in such a way ! Cheer up sweet Carrie.........spring is just around the corner, and your thoughts will be bubbling over with mirth ! ;) It is always a pleasure to read you, have a blessed week.............much love, james

Hija De La Luna February 10, 2015 at 10:21 PM Sad, but lovely

Kash Poet February 10, 2015 at 9:54 PM So touching write.Lovely Tanka.