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The first touchdown...

9/3/2020

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Author D.L. Finn introduced me to COLLEEN’S 2020 WEEKLY #TANKA TUESDAY #POETRY CHALLENGE NO. 193, #POET’SCHOICE. I chose one of my favorite photos for the challenge. It's of my youngest son and his first touchdown. Attending Pop Warner games was part of my life years back. With three sons, sports as an integral part of our family. Perhaps you'd like to write a poem as well. If so, just click on the above link. You'll be taken to Colleen's site which has an abundance of information, guidance and support. 

I've written a Haiku poem to capture the moment. I hope you enjoy it as well. 
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Harmony Kent link
9/4/2020 02:51:55

A lovely poem and memory, Gwen! :)

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Gwen Plano
9/4/2020 05:24:19

It's fun to look back, especially with a prompt. Thank you, Harmony.

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Staci Troilo link
9/4/2020 03:15:34

I remember those days well. Nothing like a child's joy when they succeed in their sport(s) of choice. Fond memories, for sure.

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Gwen Plano
9/4/2020 05:25:33

So true, Staci. Pop Warner was a favorite of my boys when they were little. Thank you for the visit.

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Jan Sikes
9/4/2020 06:12:30

A proud moment! Thank you for sharing, Gwen, and what a wonderfully personal way to respond to a prompt!

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Gwen Plano
9/4/2020 12:04:17

Thank you, Jan. Sweet memories for sure. ♥

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john howell link
9/4/2020 10:38:17

What a lovely poem to commemorate that wonderful memory, Gwen. Well done.

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Gwen Plano
9/4/2020 12:05:40

Thank you, John. He was one happy little boy, and I shared that joy with him.

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Colleen M. Chesebro link
9/4/2020 13:42:04

Gwen, welcome! This is a brilliant and heartfelt Haiga poem. It gave me a huge smile! :D Thanks so much for joining in and I hope we more of you. <3

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Gwen Plano
9/4/2020 16:32:12

Thanks so much, Colleen. I'm looking forward to learning from you and all the poets. ♥

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D.L. Finn
9/5/2020 00:45:18

I love your memory and picture, Gwen:) I think we were both in the same mindset this week with a fond moment. I was on the sidelines for my son's games too and this brought back those good images I have. I'm so happy you tried the challenge and I'm still learning but finding it so much fun to step outside my Poetry comfort zone. Sending lots of hugs xo

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Gwen Plano
9/5/2020 08:52:33

Thank you, Denise. You are the one who inspired me to try. ♥ I'm learning from you my friend. :)

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Karen Ingalls link
9/6/2020 13:11:17

A memorable moment in which to write a Haiku poem. Well-done, Gwen.

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Merril D. Smith link
9/7/2020 04:46:29

Your senryu definitely catches the moment. It must have been an exciting moment. :)

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Vashti Q link
9/8/2020 12:10:46

A lovely photo and a beautiful haiku to honor the memory. <3 xo

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