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tanka diary
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an experiment in poetry
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2018-10-10 23:30
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Tempted by the model on the box
Tempted by the model on the box but I know it's a dangerous lie and no amount of hair dye will make me that carefree. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is
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And will you be needing
And will you be needing that second place setting? Or is it just you, a loser, settling in for a lovely dinner alone? Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is
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The mail delivered I can now
The mail delivered, I can now add another to the small pile of guilt made of cards from people I barely know anymore. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is
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A short sprint
A short sprint down the open block, laughing like mad savages before we catch ourselves and slip back inside of our adult masks. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song."
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Perhaps you have escaped him so far
Perhaps you have escaped him so far but be assured he lurks in every dark corner scratching down the good and bad you do. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song."
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Beware, it is time
Beware, it is time for the dreaded holidays. The imposters of those genuine rituals of warmth and invitation. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is 31 syllables
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Time enough to hope
Time enough to hope for a strong finish to this most challenging year. We cannot help but believe in a different future. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It
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Hard to believe so recently
Hard to believe so recently we all sat round packed tables, thankful and full of grace. If only packed cars gave us the same warmth. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short
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It's that time of year
It's that time of year when we bargain with ourselves to make the pie slice seem not-so-bad for breakfast. And also lunch and dinner. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short
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The rain that once seemed giving
The rain that once seemed giving has grown cold and merciless. Sharp darts cast from on high to send all creatures scurrying for cover. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short
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A watched pot never boils
A watched pot never boils, only seethes, writhes, roils, bubbles, twists, heaves upwards against the metal that surrounds and fastens it in place. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as
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It whispers down paper thin to land
It whispers down paper thin to land undetected for hours until a stray hand brushes it free from the prison of my coat. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It
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Today I wake late
Today I wake late, grateful for the chance to sleep and even more for a weekend stretching ahead with no need to cook again. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song."
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There is much ascribed
There is much ascribed to a thing called tradition, an easy path to settled life. How much better to arrive by honest work. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song."
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I toss and turn in the dark
I toss and turn in the dark and relative quiet, yet finally must admit it is hopeless. The day starts against my will. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It
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Adrift in a sea of bottles
Adrift in a sea of bottles seeking the safe harbor provided by overblown descriptions of flavors that don't exist. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is 31
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Jostled left and right
Jostled left and right by shoppers eager to grab gravy stuffing pie green beans and sprouts and the king of all, the sacred turkey. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short
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The upraised voice of a man
The upraised voice of a man cut off in the prime of switching lanes impetuously. A jaded audience gives no applause. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It is
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Here's a life pro tip
Here's a life pro tip: add smoked salmon to any easy breakfast spread. Now you can call it brunch and drink alcohol before noon. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song."
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A new life is celebrated
A new life is celebrated by countless rites. Mine is the clicking of needles in uniform rows like the doubling of cells. Tanka is a form of Japanese poetry which translates as "short song." It
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