Joanna Daniel Poet Tanka

Firefly Charm

tiny lightning bugs

cast a spectacular glow

God's little lanterns ~

unfurl warmth, light and magic

drive out darkness with your charm



11th March 2022


For JCB Brul's "Firefly Tanka" contest

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Andrea Dietrich March 17, 2022 at 10:17 PM so sweet. I love this insect a lot. Congrats for your win.

Paula Goldsmith March 17, 2022 at 9:26 AM Congratulations on this win. A beautiful write. Love your line, "God's little lanterns." They sure are. He thinks of everything. Today, be blessed with this win................

Christuraj Alex March 17, 2022 at 4:43 AM "God's little lanterns" - Beautifully written. Congratulations!

Ann Peck March 16, 2022 at 8:40 AM I had forgotten--we used to call the lightning bugs. I think they've gone with the rain. Beautiful poem. Congratulations!

Panagiota Romios March 11, 2022 at 10:32 AM I love them and your delightful verses. Pangie

Victor Buhagiar March 11, 2022 at 7:14 AM God's little lanterns. I love this phrase. Well done.

Bill Baker March 11, 2022 at 7:11 AM They do have a way of lighting up life. I enjoyed your poem, Jo. Hugs, Bill

Valsa George March 11, 2022 at 3:21 AM Such a beautiful tanka Jo..... 'God's little lanterns'..... Love the epithet !