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Written: October 27, 2025, for contest by Brian Strand

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unrelenting gaze
footfalls falter, breath succumbs~
hands reach out—too late

Copyright © Sotto Poet | Year Posted 2025

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November 4, 2025 at 11:27 PM

I can feel this poem and the angst is beautiful! Congratulations on your win dear Sotto!

Anne-Lise Andresen

November 4, 2025 at 11:10 AM

- Congratulations on your win, Las :) - hugs

October 31, 2025 at 9:34 PM

There is a deep sense of remorse in your lines. Powerfully articulated emotions. A great senryu. All the best, dear friend.

sara Etgen-Baker

October 28, 2025 at 3:26 PM

such power in such a few lines. The sadness is subtly expressed. Well done.

Anne-Lise Andresen

October 28, 2025 at 2:35 AM

- Deep and sad, Las - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs

Andrea Dietrich

October 27, 2025 at 10:16 PM

I see a winner!

October 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM

really original and moving poetry, enjoyed the inspiration, it should happen one day for sure, latest will be better

October 27, 2025 at 4:53 PM

This is truly beautiful and haunting- that last line was power that took my breath away

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