Charlie Smith Poet Tanka

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Summer Days

A shinning days warmth
          consents to its languid pace
     tranquil life entwined, 
          naturally finding shade
     in its own cast of shadows

     Traditional Tanka Poetry Contest
     Sponsored by Charlotte Jade Puddifoot 05/26/2016

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Laura Leiser May 27, 2016 at 5:01 PM I love the "tranquil" picture you paint with your words, Charlie! Outstanding tanka :) Charlie Smith May 27, 2016 at 10:19 PM Thank you Laura... Charlie Smith May 27, 2016 at 10:15 PM

Timothy Hicks May 27, 2016 at 11:23 AM The picture tied with the poem compliment each other extremely well. I just love your final two lines with it's depth of thought. Best of luck, Charlie. Charlie Smith May 27, 2016 at 10:15 PM Thank you Tim...

Richard Lamoureux May 27, 2016 at 8:07 AM You are a true communicator! Good luck in the contest. Charlie Smith May 27, 2016 at 10:32 AM Thank you Richard...

Casarah Nance May 26, 2016 at 3:54 PM Very nice :) Charlie Smith May 26, 2016 at 8:29 PM Thank you Casarah...

Walter T. Ashe May 26, 2016 at 2:07 PM Charlie Sir, this write and that pic....I want to pack my bags and go there RIGHT NOW! Don't want to wait for summer!!! Visually powerful! Charlie Smith May 26, 2016 at 8:29 PM I'm with you Walter. Thank you for the visit...

Paul Callus May 26, 2016 at 2:07 PM A lovely poem in which you exploit well the lazy, peaceful feelings of summer days. I especially like the last two lines. Regards // paul Charlie Smith May 26, 2016 at 10:18 PM Thank you Paul...