Intercession

Languidly I walk 
Trying so hard to be brave 
Darkness smells my grief --
Until heaven lights the cloud
Fulfilling endless prayer.


Jan 10, 2019
Contest Hosted by Brian Strand
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Onclaud Avatar
January 11, 2019 at 10:06 AM
ohh, when it is time, a plea is answered....beautiful! congrats on your top spot, amelie..
Gauthier Avatar
January 11, 2019 at 12:48 AM
Beautiful, Amelie. Congrats on your top win.
Krutsinger Avatar
January 10, 2019 at 7:08 PM
Amelie, the grief you describe seems palatable only because of your endless praying. A gorgeous tanka. Good luck in the contest.
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