The Night's Sky

Darkness like a sheet,
Embellished with sparkling lights,
Covers the night sky,
The moon sits on this covering,
A lamp to the destitute.



February 26, 2022.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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Kauffman Avatar
May 6, 2022 at 10:36 AM
Congratulations Thompson! Love your last line - a stunning conclusion. All the best.
Emate Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 1:06 AM
Thank you, Sam. I'm honoured.
Alex Avatar
May 1, 2022 at 7:10 AM
Great Tanka on Night Sky. Congratulations!
Emate Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 1:06 AM
Thank you, Chisturaj. It's an honour.
Kaianah Avatar
May 1, 2022 at 12:32 AM
Congratulations on your win Thompson! I enjoyed this poem. <3 ~Anna Kaianah
Emate Avatar
December 30, 2023 at 1:05 AM
Thank you, Anna. I'm honoured.
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