Meru Groen Poet Tanka

Lonesome Holiday

a cold wind blowing
a man tries to hug himself
he's invited in
he has a drink with some friends
though his small shack is empty

date:11/5/21
A Thanksgiving Tanka Poetry Contest
Sponsor:L. Milton Hankins

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Paulette Calasibetta November 15, 2021 at 9:17 AM Meru, Congratulations on your win! Quite a poignant Tanka, revealing both, hospitality and desolation. Blessings, Paulette Meru Groen November 17, 2021 at 4:25 PM Thank you, Paulette, I'm glad you liked the poem, I didn't know how it would be taken, your take on it seems to fit nicely, Meru.

Terry Miller November 11, 2021 at 7:43 AM Congratulations on your win Meru Groen November 12, 2021 at 10:21 AM Thanks, Terry, I appreciate your comment.

Beata Agustin November 11, 2021 at 3:53 AM Congrats! Thanks for this. God bless you. Meru Groen November 12, 2021 at 10:22 AM Thank you, Beata, your comment is very much appreciated, and God bless you.

Eve Roper November 10, 2021 at 5:57 PM Great Tanka, Meru, love the sadness you convey... Hope you do have a good Thanksgiving with family or friends. Congratulations on your win. Meru Groen November 12, 2021 at 10:24 AM You are very astute, Eve, and thanks so much for the comment.

L Milton Hankins November 10, 2021 at 3:54 PM Congratulations for your placement in my Thanksgiving tanka contest, Meru. Happy Thanksgiving! Meru Groen November 12, 2021 at 10:27 AM Thanks to you as well, Milton, I really appreciate your awesome contests.