Simply Senryu: Writers understand

Art's a paradox
It is a lie that makes us
Realize the truth

Tragedy plus time
Some pundits are wont to say
Equals comedy

Writers understand
Language is a living thing
Constantly in flux
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Bauer Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 10:34 AM
Very wise, Jim!
Slaughter Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 1:43 PM
Thanks, Ilene.
One Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 9:23 AM
Very true Jim.. Very true..
Slaughter Avatar
April 13, 2024 at 10:22 AM
Thanks for "understanding", S O.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 12, 2024 at 10:15 AM
So agree!
Slaughter Avatar
April 12, 2024 at 10:17 AM
Thanks, Kim.
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