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''Dusty''

 
Within an old box
in my musty, dark basement;
I found my journals.

So many- sad, I held one,
a dusty book of dead dreams.

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April 9, 2017



Tanka/"Dusty"
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Rick Parise

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James Inman

April 30, 2017 at 7:32 AM

I can relate.

Reason A. Poteet

April 15, 2017 at 1:08 PM

Congratulations, Broken Wings for your heart-felt write in tanka form. Some memories are best buried in the dust. Kudos on your placement.

Andrea Dietrich

April 14, 2017 at 7:17 PM

Big congrats for your deserved win, Constance. I was so thrilled to get on this list, as I adore the tanka form!! How are things going for you this week? Time just keeps flying by!

Sushma A. Singh

April 14, 2017 at 10:35 AM

Agree with Jo;This is nostalgia that plunges like a dagger straightaway into your heart. Many Congrats!!

John Michaels

April 14, 2017 at 5:09 AM

That's so sad... I think we've all got some books of dead dreams hidden away somewhere (whether real or metaphorical). Good luck with the contest. Regards, John.

Andrea Dietrich

April 11, 2017 at 12:39 AM

you are the star when it comes to sad or melancholy poetry, Constance. And in all forms like this one too. The last line is STANDOUT!!

Lisa Ricci

April 10, 2017 at 11:57 AM

Good Afternoon Broken. The Tanka is in true form. Your theme is more than fine and reflective. You allow the reader to look within. All is well within the entry. Well done entirely. Good luck with the contest.

Lynn Marie

April 9, 2017 at 2:25 PM

In very few words you convey an image that is just heartbreaking, including the 'musty' aroma in the basement. So so sad yet exquisitely penned. a fave, 7+ lynn xxx I send you much love from todays potd by flo. It reminds me of you... you give All of you in your poetry...you deserve serenity and peace. I am not skilled to write my own to you, I do give you my gratitude for the beauty and heart of your poetry. thank you xx enjoy a lovely week :-)