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In-Between Days

Scarlet sun peeks through
a slit in darkling storm clouds.
Butterflies go home.
Sky meets sea at plum border
as pink moon trails, in order.

colormoonnatureseasunsettanka

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Sara Kendrick

September 8, 2026 at 10:09 AM

Congratulations on your work being POTD, Evelyn. I am just reading this and thinking how much we think alike. Way to go. 👏✍️. Sara K.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

September 8, 2026 at 2:54 PM

Deepest thanks, for your kind congratulations and appreciation, Sara. I believe we do think alike. This poem was selected POTW, actually, which was a delight. Have a wonderful day.😊

Deb M

March 2, 2025 at 12:31 AM

Incredibly beautiful Evelyn! Congratulations on POTW! Debx

Kim Rodrigues

February 7, 2025 at 4:37 PM

Congrats on POTD! Beautiful!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 7, 2025 at 6:44 PM

Thank you so much, dear Kim. Actually, this work received POTW. Very best wishes.

CayCay Godwin

February 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM

Simply beautiful ... CayCay

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM

Thank you very much, CayCay.

Victor Buhagiar

February 7, 2025 at 3:26 AM

Back to congratulate you on the POTW.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 7, 2025 at 10:26 AM

Victor, thank you so much for your kind thoughts. :)

Maria Williams

February 6, 2025 at 10:37 PM

What a beautiful poem dear Evelyn, so much depth in a few lines. Congratulations on your POTW and thanks so much for subscribing to my Poetic Rythms channel, I truly appreciate it...Hugs

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 7, 2025 at 9:57 PM

Thank you so much for your kind words, Maria. I was very happy to subscribe to your channel, because I love you and your husband, Ron's work. Very best wishes.

Hilda Greenhough

February 6, 2025 at 10:05 PM

Congratulations on POTW. I like this poemwith such great anticipation for that storm cloud to crack open with rain.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM

Thank you for your lovely words of congratulations, Hilda. Blessings and hugs. :)

Daisy Meadows

February 5, 2025 at 1:51 AM

A lovely poem. Congratulations on your POTW. Well done!.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 5, 2025 at 8:11 PM

Deepest, heartfelt thanks for your kind words, Daisy.

thriveni c mysore

February 5, 2025 at 12:48 AM

wow, Congratulations on POTW dear poet. +FAV

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 5, 2025 at 8:09 PM

I extend heartfelt thanks for your warm congratulations, Thriveni. Thanks also for your kind fave. :)

John Read

February 4, 2025 at 8:37 AM

Hi Evelyn congratulations on your well deserved POTW.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 4, 2025 at 6:11 PM

Hi, John. I extend my heartfelt thanks. :)

Beryl Edmonds

February 4, 2025 at 12:21 AM

A lovely Tanka Evelyn, perfectly describing a sinking sunset. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the week… Beryl

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 4, 2025 at 6:09 PM

You have my warmest thanks, Beryl. :)

Daniel Henry Rodgers

February 3, 2025 at 4:58 AM

Dear Evelyn, this is a breathtaking dance of color and calm, where nature’s delicate pauses sing louder than storms. I love how your words feel like the serene exhale we didn’t know we needed. POTW is so deserved. Congratulations, my friend. Beautifully done! Winter Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 3, 2025 at 6:12 PM

Dear Daniel, thank you so much for your uplifting and kind thoughts. It's so lovely to read your comment today. My very best wishes, Evelyn

Tania Kitchin

February 3, 2025 at 3:34 AM

Evelyn, beautiful imagery, congratulations on POTW.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 3, 2025 at 6:07 PM

Thank you for the wonderful compliment and congratulations, Tania. :)

Anne-Lise Andresen

February 3, 2025 at 1:44 AM

- Congratulations on your p.o.t.w., Evelyn ... enjoy :) - hugs

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 3, 2025 at 6:04 PM

Heartfelt thanks, Anne-Lise. :) hugs

Karen Jones

February 2, 2025 at 2:34 PM

Love the imagery Evelyn! Congrats on potw!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 2, 2025 at 6:15 PM

Thank you so much, Karen. Blessings.

Benjamin Bartley

February 2, 2025 at 2:11 PM

Nice title. Congrats on your POTW! Thanks for sharing!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 2, 2025 at 6:14 PM

Deepest thanks, Benjamin. :)

John Lawless

February 2, 2025 at 8:34 AM

love the simple beauty of this Evelyn...had me exhaling, relaxing, and ...well....just sitting right there in the middle of this masterpiece.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 2, 2025 at 6:12 PM

I appreciate your warm remarks very much. Thank you, John.

Brandy Nicole

February 2, 2025 at 8:17 AM

This image leaves me in awe. ' Scarlet sun peeks through, ' as ' butterflies go home. ' The beauty that surrounds us is breathtaking in every way. I like your title. I'm always reminded of those ( in-between moments ). Yes, the space between days. So blessed to embrace each one. Congratulations Evelyn, on Poem of the Week. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 2, 2025 at 6:10 PM

Thank you for the thrill of your awesome comment, Brandy. Every sentence brought a smile. I hope your week is blessed. hugs :)

Paula Goldsmith

February 2, 2025 at 7:58 AM

Back with Congratulations on your POTW win. I enjoyed reading your lovely write again.... A story told in just 5 lines. I can see it. Have a blessed day with your win...................

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 2, 2025 at 6:04 PM

Thank you very much for your heartwarming words of appreciation and congratulations, Paula. Very best wishes.

Paula Goldsmith

February 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM

What a lovely write you have here. Great/pretty picture. "Good Luck" Have a fun weekend as you write away..................

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM

It's very nice to know that you enjoyed both the poem and the picture, Paula. Thank you for saying so, and for your good wishes, also. Blessings.

Janice Canerdy

February 1, 2025 at 8:15 AM

Evelyn, this is a really lovely, vividly descriptive poem. I like to rhyme the last two lines of tanka too. Janice

Evelyn Judy Buehler

February 1, 2025 at 7:24 PM

Thank you for your kind thoughts, Janice. It's nice to know that someone else enjoys rhyming tankas. :) Best wishes, Evelyn

Kim Rodrigues

January 31, 2025 at 4:28 PM

A lovely scene!

Evelyn Judy Buehler

January 31, 2025 at 6:05 PM

Thank you, Kim. :)

Victor Buhagiar

January 31, 2025 at 10:31 AM

Excellent poetry, Evelyn. Your alliteration is to be admired.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

January 31, 2025 at 6:05 PM

Deepest thanks for your valuable remarks, my friend. :)

Ink Empress

January 31, 2025 at 7:06 AM

This is so beautiful! You always write the most picturesque tanka and this is no exception! I love the imagery youv painted in such an artistic manner and also the picture youv used here is gorgeous! Pleasure reading this gem! A fave this is for me! Sending you light always

Evelyn Judy Buehler

January 31, 2025 at 6:08 PM

I am so honored by your warm, uplifting, words, and also by your fave. Thank you so much. Many blessings.