Tokens That Last

red roses are fine
to give me sweet valentine
but this year I want
tokens that lasts a lifetime
honesty, trust, commitment
~*~
1/25/13
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Sanders Avatar
January 31, 2013 at 5:54 AM
I love the poem but hate the last part how about just say (take my hand) after lifetime put take my hand or something that refers to holding on. You should end this poem not let it linger. But it's better then alot of poems I wrote so excellent poem poet. I'm litsenning
Haick Avatar
January 31, 2013 at 11:56 AM
Tanka is a form of poetry which only allows 5 lines with specific number of syllables, Sean. Thanks for reading it and your kind advice.
Sanders Avatar
January 31, 2013 at 5:56 AM
But as I said better then me and I'm glad you won. You are a excellent poet.
Dietrich Avatar
January 30, 2013 at 10:38 PM
a fantastic message in your little poem!! And what you said about Berlin WAll, yes, that is something Reagan said that I really admire him for.
Richards Avatar
January 27, 2013 at 3:35 PM
I agree........those are the true things that matter!! Love this positive message. :)
Horsman Avatar
January 27, 2013 at 5:57 AM
Hey this is good, a life's commitment why not,,,brilliant poetry...
Nair Avatar
January 27, 2013 at 12:13 AM
Well said. Congrats!! Jag
Gasun Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 11:17 PM
Congratulations for a very creative and lovely Valentines Poem and awesome win my dear friend, Annalise! Thanks for sharing it, too! love/hugs, Leonora
Harrell Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 10:34 PM
Yes, congratulations, Annalise! Great poem. Love ya, Toquyen
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 10:20 PM
Sure can't diagree with that. Congratulations on your win Annalise!
A   Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 4:51 PM
Annalise... congratulations in Suzette's sweet sweet " VALENTINE" contest. Always & forever * LINDA
Kendrick Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 4:48 PM
Great things to ask of someone for Valentines or anytime.Enjoyed reading this eve..Thanks for stopping by,,Sara
Williams Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 4:03 PM
Annalise that's not a lot to ask for!..david
Horne Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 2:35 PM
yes, such truth here, Annalise- great write. congrats on your wins, my friend
Guzzi Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 10:44 AM
Congrad's on your win in this contest, it wasn't an easy challenge! Light & Love
May Avatar
January 26, 2013 at 6:44 AM
congrats on a fine win Annalise
A   Avatar
January 25, 2013 at 9:41 PM
Hello Annalise, a very beautiful poem. I think I want the best this valentine's day... Commitment sounds nice right about now... we have trust and some honesty. Well, I need to do better on my part... LOL..okay, enough about me.. glad i stopped by to say hi... a good and loving tanka... always~ LINDA
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