my heart is willing
as it drums a feisty beat
but woe fills my mind

This little ditty was written for Colleen’s Weekly #Tanka Tuesday #Poetry Challenge No. 124 #SynonymsOnly
This week’s words are game (willing and feisty) and trouble (woe). Find the rules here.
This is sad.
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Yes. But often so true 😔
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A precious little haiku Tina. Poor little guy, sad.
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Thanks. 🙏
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Aww…a too true poem. Also, I love the photos you chose to go along with this post. They’re adorable!
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Thanks Jade. I probably spend way too much time picking out my photo illustrations but I never feel like it’s complete without a visual.
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The poem is already sad, but the photo makes it even sadder.
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Thanks for the kind words. I put a lot of thought into the visuals so I really appreciate when people notice! 😊
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Well done, Tina! This is excellent. I love senryu because it is perfect for love poetry. ❤
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Thanks! 😊
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