Tanka V

I wonder where these
scattered bones lead as ashen
moon above it all
guides our old nation in the
same direction as the wind.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Kauffman Avatar
June 15, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Such a thought provoking tanka with powerful, dynamic images. Thank you for sharing. Sending you blessings.
Harp Avatar
June 20, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Thank you so much, Sam, for appreciating my poem. Blessings on you, as well. Moon Harp
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