Tag Archives: #poetry

Tanka Challenge: Safe Haven

Posted on June 24, 2017 by

Verdant surroundings Endless skies, caressing breeze Park, a peaceful nest Burdens weigh down heavily Desperate for tranquility For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments

Tanka Challenge: Farcical Wars

Posted on May 1, 2017 by

The mighty make war Under the guise of freedom Oil, land and power All ulterior motives Peace now seems an illusion For Weekly Tanka Challenge  War is only a cowardly escape from the problems of peace – Thomas Mann War … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , | 6 Comments

Tanka Challenge: Contemplating Existence

Posted on January 31, 2017 by

Pathways of pure snow Cautious tracks of reflection Pondering being Thoughts melting into summer Embrace your life’s mystery For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

Tanka Challenge: For Your Soul

Posted on January 19, 2017 by

Life becomes stagnant Learn to inspire yourself Seek altruism Optimism a growth force Your soul’s soothing elixir For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Tanka Challenge: Do Your Part

Posted on January 12, 2017 by

Searching for beauty Stifled by hostility Be the miracle Who can help end the anguish We all have a part to play For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , | 9 Comments

Tanka Challenge: Shattered

Posted on January 7, 2017 by

Given up on life Imbued with self-pity, weak Tear stained pillow case Struggling to stay positive Please God, help me help myself For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Tanka Challenge: Happy New Year

Posted on December 30, 2016 by

Another new year Bidding adieu to the past Resolutions penned May we see prosperity Special thoughts for those in need For Weekly Tanka Challenge

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , | 7 Comments