Tanka

Two tiny parrots
fluttering in this big cage
wonder what spring is:
trees with blossoming branches,
where other birds build their nests?


Nature declares spring
with its harmonious sounds;
above a blue sky,
below meadows with blue-bells:
isn't it time I set them free?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014


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Date: 5/5/2014 6:57:00 PM
Thank you, Amy for my placement. I am very honored and happy for this achievement. Congratulations to all the winners for their wonderful entries. Best Wishes & hugs, Andrew.
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Date: 5/5/2014 6:53:00 PM
Thank you, Amy for my placement. I am very honored for this achievement. Congratulations to all the winners for their wonderful entries. Best Wishes & hugs, Andrew.
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Date: 4/29/2014 1:51:00 PM
Dear Andrew, It's so nice to read your work again! Like you, I hate to keep animals inside if it is safe for them to enjoy the outdoors. However, if these parrots were raised indoors, they could fall prey to predators outside. Love the imagery and the way "Nature declares spring." Congratulations on your win! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 4/27/2014 6:47:00 PM
They would probably miss the safety of their cage. congratulations on your great tanka win. . Love, Joyce
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Date: 4/27/2014 6:44:00 PM
ahhh, yes, do set them free, Andrew. A very nice set!! Congrats for your win.
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Date: 4/27/2014 7:11:00 AM
A brilliant piece made you win, congrats, Andrew
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Date: 4/27/2014 7:08:00 AM
Does the caged bird sing?..Enjoyed reading your winning work..Way to go..Congrats..Sara
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Date: 4/27/2014 1:56:00 AM
Wonderful write Andrew! Freedom is indeed a boon to all ! Congrats on great win !
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Date: 4/27/2014 1:46:00 AM
Andrew, , awesome, winning tanka.... congrats on your super win. ... xox~ LINDA
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