Tanka. Poems - Poems about Tanka.

I was driving fast, I think I saw a stop sign. Too bad. Too late now. I'll just look for another, And I'll stop for twice as long....Read More

the chain of events an imposing expression what has lead to this if only we did something or if only we didn't...Read More

When we see ourselves Briefly through another's eyes Still we are jealous For we long to be inside What the outside world can see...Read More

It wasn't just some, the entire orchard was ripe! Crisp fuji apples... they would taste so good... maybe... But I can't reach those! They're high! I climb the ladder, reach for an apple - and fall. Come on! Grab it now! Yay! I...Read More

Pig, with a fine nose. Truffle, with a rustic smell. Forests, where they meet. The pig, to hear his sweet praise. Mushroom, now served on a plate....Read More

Pata-pat pat pat Making tortillas by hand They have to be round, And the masa must be fresh. Ah, but so good when they're fried....Read More

White puffs of goodness. Whip cream in love with jello. Cold, jiggling flavor, Topped with foaming nothingness, Yielding to gel's surrender....Read More

of all the songbirds of all the delight flowers all beautiful views why the heart turns toward her? this love is spiritual...Read More

His tail is too long And his diet is lizards. The Road Runner bird, Viewed in Utah's sparse places. But I've not seen him this year....Read More

Musical romance Playing on the phonograph. Playing with my head. I'm dancing, playing for time. For time to think about you....Read More

Sunrise melody, suddenly the curtain’s up; Drums lead the intro, violin softly chimes in; A rhythmic awakening....Read More

Harmony of three: See three dancing butterflies, Flutter before me. Happily, I see with eyes, Being filled with awe and glee....Read More

Swirling round the cheese. Dine without apologies. Sipping this cream soup, As I begin savoring This sweet and savory meal....Read More

Was I just learning How to love somebody else Through all of these years? What then of my old yearning? Why do these thoughts bring me tears?...Read More

Metals I adore Shiniest gemstones galore. Staring into store Windows filled with those jewels, Filled with beautiful colors....Read More