16 thoughts on “Tanka #8”

1. bluebrightly July 7, 2013 at 8:42 pm

   This photo’s dark palette is quite striking. Something like the dark earth tones and fine details of old Tibetan thangkas, I think. Beautiful!

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2. Francina July 3, 2013 at 6:35 am

   beautiful, simply beautiful ! excellent written Tanka!
   groetjes, Francina

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3. Juan Ayza June 20, 2013 at 6:50 pm

   Beautiful, surprisingly relaxing and most timely 😉

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 20, 2013 at 6:54 pm

      Thank you so much for your heartfelt comment – it is a gift. Be well~

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4. drshyamalavatsa June 11, 2013 at 12:17 pm

   And, yes, the delicate little blooms in the picture are the perfect illustration for this wonderful poem.

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 12, 2013 at 11:48 pm

      The blooms came first…Ever since I wrote my first one this way, I have composed all my tanka by first taking the photograph and then seeing what words arise from the image. I am so happy to hear that you believe they complement one another.

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5. drshyamalavatsa June 11, 2013 at 12:14 pm

   Can’t believe that five little phrases strung together made me feel so positive and relaxed – trusting blooms to dew unconcerned by tomorrow – wow! Thank you. . .

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 12, 2013 at 11:49 pm

      You are so very welcome, it makes me happy to hear you say that. Thank you for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, it is a great blessing. Be well~

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6. soonie2 June 9, 2013 at 11:41 pm

   What a beautiful poem to accompany that lovely image. A perfect match!

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 10, 2013 at 11:49 am

      Thank you so much – I was so happy to catch that morning light! I wish you well~

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7. pujakins June 9, 2013 at 9:06 pm

   I do appreciate the lovely delicacy of the lines and how they echoe the same of the image/photo. Sweetly done.

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 12, 2013 at 11:49 pm

      As always, thank you so much for the warmth of your thoughts. Be well, Tasha.

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8. claresspace June 9, 2013 at 11:51 am

   This is a gem of a poem, reminding us to be present in the moment. Thank you for sharing these evocative words. Blessings

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 9, 2013 at 12:39 pm

      Thank you so much Clare, your comment is a great gift. I wish you well~

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9. MicheleMariePoetry June 9, 2013 at 10:02 am

   We too must learn to ‘…trust blooms to dew, and be unconcerned by tomorrow…” wonderful little piece…

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   1. bussokuseki Post authorJune 9, 2013 at 11:24 am

      Thank you so much for stopping by to read and for taking the time to share your thoughts. Be well~

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