Last Night ... a #Tanka poem

3/9/2021

It's #TANKA TUESDAY per author Colleen Chesebro. And since today is the second Tuesday of the month, she explains that writers must use synonyms of the chosen words. Author Sally Cronin selected the words this week, and they are Eager & Hope.

My imagination first climbed a mountain with this challenge, but then it took me to the beach. I hope you enjoy my attempt and as well, I hope to see your submission. If you visit Colleen's site, you'll find loads of helpful information.

My Tanka poem ... LAST NIGHT.

28 Comments

Colleen Chesebro link

3/9/2021 12:05:50

Gwen, this tanka really hits the spot for me today! "Wishes hidden in stacked stones at the beach..." I can hear the gulls. So lovely and Zen. <3

Gwen M Plano

3/9/2021 14:38:58

Thank you so much, Colleen! I'm so pleased you like it. 💗

D.L. Finn

3/9/2021 13:25:18

So peaceful and beautiful, Gwen. I'm really missing the ocean and love the line, waves lap their blessing. I really believe the ocean offers us healing and you said that perfectly. And always a place to let our dreams take flight! xo

Gwen M Plano

3/9/2021 14:40:05

Thank you, dear Denise. I love the ocean and could walk miles by the water's edge. 💗

Jill Weatherholt link

3/10/2021 05:19:59

So could I, Gwen! xo

Mae Clair link

3/10/2021 03:43:46

This really resonated with me, Gwen. Beautifully written, and the connection to the beach is perfect.

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 04:09:05

Thank you, dear Mae. I suspect we all could use a day at the beach, so I traveled there with this prompt. 😊

Joan Hall link

3/10/2021 04:48:28

Lovely poem, Gwen!

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:49:50

Thank you, Joan. 💗

Staci Troilo link

3/10/2021 05:01:56

I can hear the waves lapping at the shore. Beautiful poem, Gwen.

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:50:15

Thank you, Staci. 💗

Pat Garcia link

3/10/2021 05:17:42

Hi,
What I like most about your poetry is the hope that you impart. This poem transmits hope from a couple who have made the choice to love.
Shalom aleichem

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:51:49

Thank you so much, Pat. Shalom... 💗

Jill Weatherholt link

3/10/2021 05:20:40

As a beach lover, I really enjoyed this, Gwen. Beautiful! xo

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:52:32

Thank you, Jill. The beach can be magical. 💗

Natalie Ducey link

3/10/2021 06:41:49

Gwen, this is so beautiful and soothing. I feel it. Thanks so much for sharing another gem with us. xo

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:53:07

Thank you so much, dear Natalie. 💗

John Howell link

3/10/2021 06:42:37

Well said, Gwen. Beach and rocks in synergy to the memory of that kiss. (Must have been some kiss.) 😁

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 06:54:50

LOL. You crack me up, John. It's for your imagination to decide. 😊

br chitwood link

3/10/2021 10:35:20

Wow! A Romantic Beauty! A la Byron and Keats...Love it!

Gwen M Plano

3/10/2021 16:08:36

Thanks so much, Billy Ray. 🤗

Merril D Smith link

3/11/2021 05:12:00

This carries the sounds of the sea!

Jan Sikes

3/11/2021 07:25:24

What a beautiful Tanka, Gwen. You really put me there!

Marcia Meara link

3/11/2021 09:05:32

Absolutely perfect poem for this image, Gwen. You are VERY good at these, my friend! Always a pleasure to check them out! 😊❤

Pat

3/11/2021 14:22:06

Lovely. Makes me long for the sound of the ocean. Nicely done Gwen.

Pat

Roberta Eaton Cheadle

3/14/2021 06:12:33

This is a great poem, Gwen. Very romantic.

Diana Peach link

3/14/2021 11:35:02

Beautiful tanka, Gwen. Wonderfully romantic, peaceful, and happy to the core.

Vashti Quiroz-Vega link

3/26/2021 12:12:35

Gwen, your lovely Tanka makes me long for the beach and summertime. Love it! :D xo

Last Night ... a #Tanka poem

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