Some Tankas

The tanka is an ancient Japanese poetic form. In contemporary English versions, it often takes the shape of a five-line poem with a 5 / 7 / 5 / 7 / 7 syllable-count – kind of like a haiku that decided to keep going.

NaPoWriMo's Prompt for April 1st

1

At ease within the Urban confines of our worlds. Drawn inward: flowers, Unknown to us commuters Before we slow and enjoy.

2

Discouraged. Stubborn. If only I wasn't shy. Hopeful. Exhausted. I yearn for waters my own And company that sees me.

3

Recoil to HOME. Tonight is for lonliness. In the morning I'll Take his old words and survey What's left of my black spirit.