Empty Tanka

there's only five lines
and thirty-one syllables...
is it possible
when composing a tanka
to just say nothing at all?
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Mckeithan Avatar
February 24, 2025 at 2:08 AM
LOL. Good one. I like writing tankas but usually have something to say. Never thought about this. Perfect
Healey Avatar
February 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Thanks. I saw a haiku with a similar theme a day or two ago and decided to try it with a tanka. I think it worked out fairly well. Take care.
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