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Graceful, tall grasses
A raspberry sun peers through
from the purple sky
steps ahead of tomorrow
to nature's joy and sorrow.

Burgundy fever
smoking beautiful colors
when shadows run wild!
Must get one more glimpse of red
'ere sweet dreams enter my head.

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Hilda Greenhough

August 31, 2024 at 3:34 PM

I love this tanka. I enjoy those burgundy colors in nature.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

August 31, 2024 at 8:53 PM

Your words are heartwarming, Hilda. Thank you.

Victor Buhagiar

August 30, 2024 at 7:30 AM

Graceful is the key to your gem of a poem. Such beauty that astounds. Wonderful.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

August 30, 2024 at 9:25 PM

Your warm, gracious words are so much appreciated, my friend. Deepest thanks.

Ink Empress

August 29, 2024 at 8:58 AM

Dear evelyn, you are one of my fave poets on soup! And for this very reason, because of how elegantly and beautifully you weave imagery using colors .. so stunning how you pair words too! Just gorgeous, double tanka! I especially love “burgundy fever” “smoking beautiful colors” wow this definitely Is a fave! Sending you light always

Evelyn Judy Buehler

August 29, 2024 at 3:44 PM

My smiles will linger, long after reading your lovely remarks, dear Ink. Your admiration for my work is quite mutual. I've gotten tears in my eyes, while reading the beautiful imagery you always employ. I'm so glad you liked this poem. Thank you for your kind thoughts and your fave. Blessings.