I Am Anaya Poet Tanka

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_{Dave Grohl Dedicates ‘My Hero’ To Jack Smith,  Special Counsel  in a Iowa Hawkeyes Tee-Shirt, “Really Twist The Knife” Smith's never been to a Hawks game, but he will go to a Foo Fighters show.}

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“Peace is the simplicity of heart, serenity of mind, tranquility of soul,

                          the bond of love.” – Pio of Pietrelcina

 

Tranquil vs American Style

The new congress trial
jaw-dropping inquisition~
       American style
if wise men contendeth with
 foolish men there'd be unrest

    Meathead Senator 
apology's in your court~   
      Missouri's finest
we need not argue with fools
shuddering souls of your sort

     In the land of hope
proud stead diligent resolve~
    it's times like these that
    our trust in tranquility 
 brings closer to his dissolve 
  
   The doors are closing
human being members only~
    with soul and a heart
unbequeathed of bad deeds.
   Evil's grip on its way out
  
    Tribute gone viral
troubadour cradles guitar~
  its times like these that                                     
 give power to the people
you're my Hero David Grohl


Power to the People Festival is a one-day music and activism event 10/3/ 2026

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Jay Narain October 7, 2026 at 12:23 PM Its time for a change in American power kngmanship. We need freedom for the people, and a government for the people, by the people. We nned democracy. I Am Anaya October 7, 2026 at 12:46 PM Sooner than you think, Jay! Hope is here, joyous bells will chime, all shall be put back together even better, hear my rhyme. His bad deeds will come back to bite him, trust me. 🐍 VOTE!

Victor Buhagiar October 7, 2026 at 2:18 AM Alas, going from one hospital to another, four in all, ending in surgery. I lost all news. Your poem is magnificent. I Am Anaya October 7, 2026 at 9:48 AM Ty. They shamed themselves with falsehoods and bullying in their kangaroo courts. Less than a month and this autocrat will lose his mojo. Of all romantic poets, you Victor are our Rock of Gibraltar, an Unforgettable friend from Malta & poet who never once was spiteful or pretentious, never heard a discouraging word from +only love blooms from your soul. ❤️💕Keep well I wrapped it up with a beautiful ballad, I know how you love videos~

Alison A Smith October 6, 2026 at 11:19 PM The tanka sequence gives this poem a measured rhythm that contrasts effectively with its political anger. Your movement from confrontation toward tranquillity, solidarity, and music creates a hopeful arc, with the David Grohl tribute bringing warmth and personal conviction to the closing stanza. I Am Anaya October 7, 2026 at 9:57 AM Politics aren't everyone's cup-o-tea and with that said, I admire you for taking time to read my little rants of the atrocities in American culture Thank you for pointing out the merging path to tranquility...the special counselor stayed calm & showed his sincerity, moments to embrace. TY, Alison! :)

Robert Gorelick October 6, 2026 at 2:31 PM A kangaroo court, a disgraceful demonstration, of American political power (bullying). Bravo, good show. Fave. Robert I Am Anaya October 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM Unbloodybelievable, what a bully bastardo.... But look what came of it......it's brought us closer than ever before..... Robert, Seijaku means tranquil, what any decent person needs to be "Only a fool argues with another fool". 🤘 The one & only Joan Baez was there

I Am Anaya October 6, 2026 at 2:28 PM FOR: Tranquility Poetry Contest Sponsored by: Constance La France🌸