Goldfinch Feather

a goldfinch feather —
the black and yellow foundling
carried by the wind
plucked from a waning winglet
        lad grips flight in his fingers

3/20/2021

birdchildtanka

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Gregory Golden

Date: 7/12/2021 11:08:00 PM

Indeed, I like this tanka a lot. Well, it possesses superb imagery, voice, and tone! What a joy it is to watch the birds of flight. Keep on sharing. Greg

Sara Kendrick

Date: 3/25/2021 1:00:00 PM

I do really enjoy seeing these birds. They come by in the spring and again in the fall. They must be migratory in my area. They add so much interest and color to the garden. Great work you have penned. Thanks for the visit to my page. Sara

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/25/2021 4:22:00 PM

Thank you, sweet lady!

Poet Tacito

Date: 3/22/2021 9:40:00 PM

I rarely read poems like this...I'm so glad I did. Striking lines here. So nicely done!

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/23/2021 4:16:00 AM

Thank you so much!

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 3/22/2021 12:48:00 PM

So delicate and gorgeous Kim. Your art is shining with imagery!

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/22/2021 2:56:00 PM

Thank you, Caren!

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 3/22/2021 11:14:00 AM

A dainty Tanka. I'm a bit late lately.

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/22/2021 2:55:00 PM

I’m just happy to see your reply, my friend! Hugs...K8m

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 3/22/2021 4:07:00 AM

Amazing writing, dearest Kim! Stay safe! Hugs xxx

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/22/2021 2:55:00 PM

Thank you! Be safe too, my friend!

Judy Ball

Date: 3/21/2021 7:44:00 PM

Sweet Kim. I used to see a little boy run by the grooming shop where I worked. He loved feathers and was always excited to find one. Great write. God Bless, JB

Kim Rodrigues
Date: 3/22/2021 2:54:00 PM

So glad I paid attention! He brought his souvenir home!