Joseph May Poet Tanka

Magical Glows

twinkling of fireflies
 brings enchanment to the night,
 with magical glows,
 they flash in colors of gold
 their allure is such delight

 3-12-2022
 Firefly Tanka Poetry Contest
 Sponsor: JCB Brul

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Andrea Dietrich March 17, 2022 at 10:10 PM so true. They are most wonderful to see. Congrats for your win, Joseph

Christuraj Alex March 17, 2022 at 4:36 AM "colors of gold" - Beautifully written. Congratulations!

Faye Gibson March 16, 2022 at 12:30 PM It is true many a childhood night was enchanted and magical because of the fireflies. Congratulations!

Swetha Vangaveti March 16, 2022 at 2:49 AM You're right! Love those golden little ones. You glorified them more with your words!!

Brandy Nicole March 15, 2022 at 5:52 PM Those "twinkling fireflies" create a beautiful mood throughout the night. I agree, it's pure magic. Spring is in the air and your thoughts curl softly around me. :) Brandy

Bill Baker March 15, 2022 at 2:52 PM Your well-written Tanka has lured me into the magic that is fireflies. Thanks for sharing your poetry with us, Joseph. Have a great week! Bill

Judy Ball March 15, 2022 at 1:57 AM Fireflies are something I always loved and have not seen in many years. A wonderful write that brings back fond memories of my childhood on my grandma's farm. Lovely. Good luck to you in the contest. God Bless, JB

Joanna Daniel March 14, 2022 at 7:50 PM Enchanting indeed, Joseph:)

Silent One March 14, 2022 at 2:02 PM Now this is a perfect example for a tanka.. with so much imagery and a great use of words that has helped form it..

Valsa George March 13, 2022 at 8:34 PM Your tanka also is magical with enchantment ! Joseph, best of luck in the contest!

Heidi Sands March 12, 2022 at 3:42 PM Great Tanka Joseph. I love how you ended it with the last line :)

Vijay Pandit March 12, 2022 at 2:51 PM Wonderful imagery, Joseph--succinctly captured.

Susan Ashley March 12, 2022 at 12:41 PM Dear Joseph, your poem is filled with magical delight. Your wonderful pen is as enchanting as the twinkling fireflies. Best wishes for a win, my friend.. ~Susan