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When Dewdrops Run Dry

when dewdrops run dry,
and the sun warms the new day
one by one I’ll pick
the petals of cherry's  blooms
gently falling in your palm.

16 February 2022


A Strand (1075) Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Brian Strand
1st place
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Krutsinger Avatar
April 9, 2022 at 12:39 AM
Enjoyed the poem and the photo!
Dietrich Avatar
February 18, 2022 at 9:40 PM
This is another very pretty poem from you. i still have so many poets to catch up with. Wish me luck
Ray Choudhury Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 6:03 AM
Congratulations on your great win! I have to include in my faves. Love ~ Mala
Alex Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 5:24 AM
Great Tanka with a beautiful imagery. Congratulations!
Jayasankar Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 4:58 AM
Lovely imagery in this beautiful Tanka dear Jcb... How are you? You have been missed here... Am happy you have started posting poems here my friend... Have a blessed lovely day... Hugs... ~ Ani
George Avatar
February 17, 2022 at 2:06 AM
Love the gentle falling of cherry blossoms and their landing on a palm. Congratulations Jez !
Buehler Avatar
February 16, 2022 at 12:34 PM
Delightful and enchanting! Best of wishes, Evelyn
One Avatar
February 16, 2022 at 6:14 AM
Beautiful tanka my friend... Great imagery..
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