Tanka – Emotional Shadows

#PoetryChallenge #WDYS #Tankatuesday

Published on September 2, 2025 by balroop singh47 Comments

Magical Wings

trapped by boundaries
I watch from the window panes
waiting for a while,
a mild moment of respite
can anyone curb my dreams?

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my magical wings
flutter despite the wild storms
don’t dare to touch them
they emit embers unseen,
unimaginable gift!
© Balroop Singh

Thanks to Melissa and Colleen for the inspiration to write syllabic poetry. The challenge this week is to look through the window and write a tanka, expressing your thoughts and feelings.

Thanks to Sadje for an inspirational image – #Whatdoyousee 304

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#TankaTuesday – Synonyms only

Published on March 7, 2025 by balroop singh34 Comments

Time twinkles and glows
a fraction of an hour pauses
watch the spectacle!
the horizon celebrates
the design of hued twilight.

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clouds vie with passion
steal the radiance of sky
momentary splash –
crafted by ardent artist,
articulating finesse.
© Balroop Singh

Thanks to Colleen for the inspiration to write syllabic poetry.

The challenge this week is to use synonyms of CREATE and BRIGHT.

Thank you for reading my poetry.
Here is the Amazon link for my new poetry book.

For more poetry, hang out with Hues Of Hope

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#Poetry – Theme prompt: 24 Seasons

Published on August 13, 2024 by balroop singh53 Comments

Yellow Gold

Finally, my muse pulled me out of self-imposed exile and took me far away into the large fields of sunflowers. Thousands of smiles greeted me, as I watched with glee, my heart woke up to embrace positivity floating in the air. Each yellow petal – a panacea for grieving hearts; a pertinent reminder of joy; a paragon of light that reignites the urge to live.

childhood charm rebounds
petal games we loved to play –
innocent pleasure.
little knowing the value
of golden glow that’s divine.
© Balroop Singh

Thanks to Colleen for the inspiration to write syllabic poetry.

The challenge this week is to write Tanka or Tanka prose with the kigo word ‘Sunflower.’

Image from Pixaby

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#Poetry Challenge #SyllabicPoetry – Tanka

Published on June 14, 2024 by balroop singh43 Comments

Dry grass, witchy wind
no rainy season in sight
wildfires danger scares
firefighters soldier on,
despite untold health hazards.

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As the monsoon lands
grandeur of green leaf shade swells,
fun flutters in ponds
paper boats beguile children
silvery sky seems sublime.

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First firefly allures,
emits a magical light
and spreads friendly vibes
sparkling fellows join the joy
evenings become delightful.
© Balroop Singh

Thanks to Colleen for the inspiration to write syllabic poetry.

The Kigo phrases have been highlighted.

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Image from Pixaby.