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A Ruby Red #TankaTuesday

10/5/2022

32 Comments

 
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? ❤️
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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.

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 05:52:56

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

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Harmony Kent link
10/6/2022 05:03:01

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 05:55:34

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

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Staci Troilo link
10/6/2022 05:50:04

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 05:54:09

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

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Elizabeth Gauffreau link
10/6/2022 05:53:17

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

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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. 😊

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Priscilla Bettis link
10/6/2022 05:59:47

Gwen this was so romantic. Loved it!

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 08:13:02

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

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Jill Weatherholt link
10/6/2022 07:27:24

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 08:13:53

Thanks so much, Jill. 🤗

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Jan Sikes
10/6/2022 08:15:40

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 12:06:00

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

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D.L. Finn
10/6/2022 09:23:02

Loved this. You really captured the passion of red.

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 15:56:00

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

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john howell link
10/6/2022 10:12:33

A lot of passion here Gwen. Loved it.

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 12:07:31

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

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Joan Hall link
10/6/2022 10:55:52

Nice one, Gwen!

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 12:07:50

Thanks so much, Joan. 😊

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Mae Clair link
10/6/2022 11:48:59

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 12:08:16

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

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Balroop Singh link
10/6/2022 12:44:56

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

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Gwen M. Plano
10/6/2022 15:55:00

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

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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. 🌹

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Gwen M. Plano
10/7/2022 14:03:04

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

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JadeLi link
10/8/2022 20:52:42

Steamy!

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Gwen M. Plano
10/10/2022 20:38:34

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you! 😊

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Laura
10/10/2022 12:01:55

Phewee - that's hot, Gwen 🌹❣️ 🌹

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Gwen M. Plano
10/10/2022 20:39:31

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

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mar bierman link
10/12/2022 05:58:10

Sensual and sensational!

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D. Wallace Peach link
10/15/2022 07:41:23

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

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