New Year

December delights
are gone with my Christmas lights
when January
traipses in with muddy boots . . .
I can’t feel less resolute

new yeartanka

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Howard Kerr

January 24, 2026 at 11:13 PM

This is an exceptional tanka with a message based on absolute clarity, Andrea. I enjoyed reading it. Howard

Joe Maverick

January 10, 2026 at 11:03 AM

Yes its a bit like that Andrea..And to Boot.' Theres sll those broken resolutions..And un-outbroken revolutions..I feel like revolting ya'know ( no need to agree that much ) i must say though when i feel like it then see Those W icked E xtemporary F ools you Know..I get repulsed from the revolting.? Oh fie..Oh fie..Why this lot for me.? Just kidding..Penance is a must in my case..I reckon.?