Forgiveness -- #TankaTuesday

1/17/2023

Hello blog friends,

I've some good news and a poem to share today. In another six weeks or so, my new book will find its way to Amazon. I'm super excited about that, and as the publication date nears, I'll share more about the story. For now, I'll just mention that the underlying theme is forgiveness.

When author Colleen Chesebro gave poets her #TankaTuesday prompt, she asked that participants write a Senryu poem. She explained that this poetic form is about human foibles and wrote, Think about the human condition: sex, family relations, love, religion, politics, and any emotions that touch on the pain we experience through sorrow, prejudice, oppression, anger, and frustration.

I've chosen to use the theme of my new book. It seems to fit the prompt well. I hope you like it.

45 Comments

Joan Hall link

1/17/2023 12:52:42

I'm so looking forward to your book, Gwen. A lovely poem to give us a glimpse into the story.

Gwen M. Plano

1/17/2023 15:35:58

Thank you so much, Joan. I'm smiling widely. 😊

ms_jade_li@hotmail.com link

1/17/2023 15:17:10

Good series. Congratulations on your new book being published.

Gwen M. Plano

1/17/2023 15:36:55

Thank you, Ms. Jade. Your encouragement is much appreciated. 😊

Elizabeth link

1/17/2023 16:53:05

Congrats on the new book! Exciting! Forgiveness is such a difficult topic and action. I've being fighting with self-forgiveness for many years. I love your 3rd poem!

Gwen M. Plano

1/17/2023 18:52:48

Thank you, Elizabeth. Forgiveness is a difficult hurdle for most of us, I suspect. Writing this last book helped me bridge the divide. ❤️

Eugenia link

1/17/2023 18:59:11

A wonderful series, Gwen. Congrats on your new book!

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 03:47:31

Thank you very much, Eugenia. 😊

Karen Ingalls

1/18/2023 03:52:25

Congratulations on your new book. Looking forward to reading it.

Your poem about forgiveness is powerful and so true. To forgive is often difficult for people, yet it is one of the most kind and healing acts one can do. Wonderful poem.

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:32:50

Thank you, Karen. Your words of wisdom touch my heart. Beautiful. ❤️

Priscilla Bettis link

1/18/2023 04:40:00

Congratulations on the upcoming book, Gwen. I love you tanka, so meaningful!

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:33:37

Thank you, Priscilla. I'm so pleased you liked the poem. 😊

CS Boyack

1/18/2023 05:07:13

So excited for your upcoming release.

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:34:04

Thank you, Craig. That makes me happy! 😊

JILL WEATHERHOLT link

1/18/2023 06:12:40

I can't wait to read your latest book Gwen! I love the cover! Your poem is powerful and one many can relate to. Thanks for sharing. xo

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:34:42

Thanks so much, Jill. I really appreciate your encouragement. 😊

John howell link

1/18/2023 06:33:25

A beautiful poem, Gwen. Forgiveness is one of the hardest things for people to offer. Looking forward to your latest.

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:36:30

Thank you very much, John. Many spend a lifetime trying to forgive, but once completed, they are free. 😊

Jan Sikes

1/18/2023 06:55:25

What a beautiful expression in this senyru, Gwen. Hurtful words can never be taken back. They can only be forgiven. Just exquisite. I look forward to your new book! How exciting!

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:37:50

Thank you so much, Jan. I'm pleased you liked the senryu, a first for me. 😊

Harmony Kent link

1/18/2023 08:09:32

Fantastic poem, which suits your new book perfectly! You are so talented and inspiring, Gwen. Hugs 💕🙂

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:38:23

How kind of you to say, Harmony. Thank you very much. ❤️

D.L. Finn

1/18/2023 08:59:25

Congrats on you upcoming release, Gwen. Such a pretty cover. I love how your theme was weaved into your senyrus. Xo

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:39:24

Thank you, Denise. I'm pleased you like the cover. I love it as well. 😊

Yvette M Calleiro link

1/18/2023 09:08:32

I love the cover of your new book, Gwen! Congrats! And I love your poem! It carries the same theme as your book. I love the last line that focuses on this moment. Well done!

Yvette M Calleiro :-)
http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 09:40:12

Thanks so much, Yvette. I'm glad you like the cover and the poem. I'm all smiles. 😊

Liz Gauffreau link

1/18/2023 11:16:33

Congratulations on your upcoming release, Gwen! I love your theme senryu. Will you be using it as part of your promotion for the book? I think it would work really well.

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 12:41:31

Thanks so much, Liz. I hadn't thought of using the poem, but I'm thinking about it now. 😊

Roberta Writes

1/18/2023 11:31:38

Hi Gwen These are all beautiful poems. Congratulations on your new book, that is exciting.

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 12:43:00

Thank you, Robbie. I'm so pleased you liked the poem. As for my book, slowly but surely... 😊

Mae Clair link

1/18/2023 13:15:00

What a wonderful poem, Gwen. And I am super excited about your new release. I loved the whole series, but the last one was just so engrossing with such fantastic characters. I can't wait to see how everything plays out in the conclusion with Redemption.

P.S. I love the cover!

Gwen M. Plano

1/18/2023 14:10:37

Thank you so much, Mae. This suspense novel is independent of the military thrillers. This one is focused on a family. 😊

Dan Antion link

1/19/2023 04:40:20

This poem rings true, Gwen. Forgiveness is an interesting and an important subject. I am verymuch looking forward to your new book.

Gwen M. Plano

1/23/2023 08:24:14

Thank you, Dan. I hope it is one you enjoy. All the best.

Colleen Chesebro link

1/19/2023 14:17:42

Congratulations on your recent novel, Gwen! What an exciting time. Your series is a significant lead-in to what your book is about. It sounds like a good read. 🧡

Gwen M. Plano

1/23/2023 08:25:43

It's very different than the military series, in that the focus is a family. Thank you for your kind words. ❤️

Kerfe

1/19/2023 18:46:23

It's always a shame when people let anger linger and drive a wedge between them and a friend instead of talking it out. I see it in families too. As you point out, life is too short to hold grudges.

Gwen M. Plano

1/23/2023 08:26:30

So true, Kerfe... Thank you for your kind words.

Pat

1/19/2023 21:20:10

A good one!! Forgiveness is a path to a peaceful mind, I have found.

Congrats on the books!

Pat

Gwen M. Plano

1/23/2023 08:27:05

Thank you, Pat. All the best to you as well. 😊

Selma Martin link

1/23/2023 08:06:25

Gwen, lovely. The ending on the last one, priceless. thanks.
Hope is today:Today is our Hope!

Gwen M. Plano

1/23/2023 08:27:37

Thank you, Selma. 🤗

willowdot21 link

1/24/2023 01:09:32

A perfect senryu chain speaking of pain, hate and sadness, I have seen this happen.💜

ben Alexander link

1/24/2023 02:14:36

I believe we can all relate to your poem, Gwen - you've really captured humanity's truth here.

<I>~David</i>

Merril D Smith link

1/26/2023 04:53:52

Congratulations on your new book, Gwen!
Beautifully expressed theme. 💙

Forgiveness -- #TankaTuesday

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