With Fingers Crossed

With fingers crossed she
snaps at fickle, fiendish fate,
"That is never me!"


Winner Honorable Mention: This or That Vol. 38, Edward Ibeh (Sponsor), 5/14/26.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Ibeh Avatar
May 14, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Nicely done! It's not easy to win with a single senryu, but you did it, UB:-) Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest.
Bob Avatar
May 14, 2026 at 3:35 PM
Thank you!
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