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Cinqku

The Cinqku form is a tanka (cinquain) variation created by Denis M. Garrison. Cinqku follows a strict 17 syllable count arranged in five successive lines of 2-3-4-6-2 syllables. A TURN is used on the fourth line indicated by a dash - or three periods . . . or a colon : Punctuation and capitals can be used, or all lower case, your choice.

Lilacs

lilacs

tight clusters

of mauve florets

drained of their sweet nectar...

by bees


(Cinqku)


05,11,2019
Writing Challenge 1, May 2019 - Cinqku- Poetry Contest
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Susan Ashley

June 27, 2019 at 8:00 PM

It’s a joy to return and offer you my congratulations on your wonderful win with this exceptional poem, Emile. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan

Emile Pinet

June 28, 2019 at 8:26 AM

Thanks Susan, you always bring a smile to my day my friend, Emile.

Line Gauthier

June 24, 2019 at 10:55 PM

Congrats, Emile. Well done.

Emile Pinet

June 25, 2019 at 7:15 AM

Thanks Line, I appreciate it my friend, Emile.

Anisha Dutta

May 15, 2019 at 1:05 PM

Congrats Emile to win on your wonderful poem. 'Tight Clusters' is most appropriate adjective.

Constance La France

May 14, 2019 at 9:59 AM

Emile congratulations on your win in my writing challenge with this beautifully penned piece. And what a lovely image !

Emile Pinet

May 15, 2019 at 8:06 AM

Thanks Constance, I appreciate it my friend, Emile.

Anne-Lise Andresen

May 14, 2019 at 3:31 AM

- Congratulations on your win Emile ... lovely flowers in beautiful color :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Emile Pinet

May 14, 2019 at 9:17 AM

Thanks Anne-Lise, I appreciate it my friend, Emile.

Andrea Dietrich

May 13, 2019 at 6:32 PM

REally really nice one, Emile, and I love this flower. Your "turn" was excellent. Congrats

Emile Pinet

May 14, 2019 at 9:17 AM

Thanks Andrea, you have made my day my friend, Emile.

Susan Ashley

May 12, 2019 at 7:33 PM

Oh, I love lilacs and I enjoyed your poem, Emile. Your vivid imagery arouses the senses so beautifully. Best wishes for a win and warmest wishes for you, my inspiring friend.. ~Susan

Emile Pinet

May 12, 2019 at 8:40 PM

Thank you so much Susan, I love lilacs as well my friend, Emile.