A Ruby Red #TankaTuesday

10/5/2022

Hello, dear blog friends.

I've a poem to share in response to author Colleen Chesebro's poetry challenge.

This week she asks that we choose our own syllabic form and feature a specific color in our poem. She also suggests we consider the symbolism of the color.

I've chosen ruby red, and through my Tanka, I've tried to capture the passion that is often associated with that color. I hope you enjoy it!

We all need a little passion, right? ❤️

Have a great week!

32 Comments

Karen Ingalls

10/6/2022 04:50:57

Gwen, you certainly captured the passion. As always, it was beautifully composed.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 05:52:56

Thank you, Karen. It's always fun to respond to Colleen's challenges. ❤️

Harmony Kent link

10/6/2022 05:03:01

Love it, Gwen! You’re so good with passion in your poetry 💕🙂

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 05:55:34

Thanks so much, Harmony. I'm so pleased you liked it. ❤️

Staci Troilo link

10/6/2022 05:50:04

That was certainly passionate and evocative. Nicely done, Gwen.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 05:54:09

Thank you, Staci. Passion and the color red seem to go together. 😊

Elizabeth Gauffreau link

10/6/2022 05:53:17

A very effective portrayal of ruby red passion. (Averting my eyes now . . . )

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 05:56:46

LOL...I think I am as well. Thank you, Liz. It's always a surprise what emerges from a prompt. 😊

Priscilla Bettis link

10/6/2022 05:59:47

Gwen this was so romantic. Loved it!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 08:13:02

Thanks so much, Priscilla. I'm elated you enjoyed it. 😊

Jill Weatherholt link

10/6/2022 07:27:24

We certainly do! Beautiful, Gwen. Thanks for sharing. xo

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 08:13:53

Thanks so much, Jill. 🤗

Jan Sikes

10/6/2022 08:15:40

Absolutely, we all need passion, Gwen! This is so lovely and inspired!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 12:06:00

Thank you, Jan. I'm so glad you liked it. 😊

D.L. Finn

10/6/2022 09:23:02

Loved this. You really captured the passion of red.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 15:56:00

I'm so pleased you liked it, Denise. Thank you. ❤️

john howell link

10/6/2022 10:12:33

A lot of passion here Gwen. Loved it.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 12:07:31

Thank you, John. I'm glad you liked it.

Joan Hall link

10/6/2022 10:55:52

Nice one, Gwen!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 12:07:50

Thanks so much, Joan. 😊

Mae Clair link

10/6/2022 11:48:59

Well done, Gwen! Your tanka was dramatic and evocative!

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 12:08:16

Thank you, Mae. It was a fun one to write. 😊

Balroop Singh link

10/6/2022 12:44:56

Your words complement the red rose Gwen and yes, dripping with passion! Loved it.

Gwen M. Plano

10/6/2022 15:55:00

Thanks so much, Balroop. I'm elated you liked it. ❤️

Colleen: Word Craft Poetry link

10/7/2022 11:58:08

My love's like a ruby red rose!! Gwen, this is sensational! I love the colors and your words. 🌹

Gwen M. Plano

10/7/2022 14:03:04

Thank you so much, Colleen. I'm elated you enjoyed the poem. ❤️

JadeLi link

10/8/2022 20:52:42

Steamy!

Gwen M. Plano

10/10/2022 20:38:34

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you! 😊

Laura

10/10/2022 12:01:55

Phewee - that's hot, Gwen 🌹❣️ 🌹

Gwen M. Plano

10/10/2022 20:39:31

I'm pleased you liked it, Laura. Thank you. 😊

mar bierman link

10/12/2022 05:58:10

Sensual and sensational!

D. Wallace Peach link

10/15/2022 07:41:23

You certainly did capture the passion, Gwen. Phew! Lol. A beautiful tanka. <3

A Ruby Red #TankaTuesday

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