Comments : Twas written in the stars (Tanka)

  • 7 years ago

    by Ben Pickard

    Michael,

    This is beautiful. I do not yet know much about tanka (I will look at your link in a minute) but I know that they are regarded as 'feminine' forms and are ancient Japanese poems that were often written for ladies of the court or some such. Also that uppercase letters and punctuation should be kept to a minimum (if at all) and the subject is now non-specific.
    This is a lovely, warm and romantic tanka that would have graced the courts of any country in any time.

    Take care,

    Ben

    ps 'moonlight' I think.

    • 7 years ago

      by Mr. Darcy

      Thanks Ben. The link is rather excellent - I have added it to my bookmarks.

  • 7 years ago

    by Em

    Michael, this is a brilliant tanka. I still need to be more clued up on then like many other forms and as I said to Ben when he wrote his first that I have tried them before and just discarded them.

    A truly magical piece of love.

    Em

  • 7 years ago

    by Brenda

    Michael, such a lovely write. I really liked the form you used also. So much said in so few lines, really nice-

  • 7 years ago

    by Golden AnGel Rhapsodist

    Hello Sir Michael,

    I love the title of this, very catchy that the readers won't let this skip their eyes...A perfect Tanka with 5-7-5-7-7 syllables and unforced message.
    Great write Sir.
    A 5/5 for this

    Gel

  • 7 years ago

    by Koan

    So sweet! Loved it!!!!!

  • 7 years ago

    by Phil

    Perfect tanka my friend

  • 7 years ago

    by Ingrid

    Dear Michael,

    What a delightful Tanka you have penned here!
    The words set the mood and yes, sometimes a new beginning can be 'in the air' and we just know it will happen.

    Well done in this romantic verse!

    Take care,

    (((hugs))) xx Ingrid

  • 7 years ago

    by Kate Hicks

    Beautifully written, loved it.

  • 7 years ago

    by ether

    Wow this is truely beautiful. Congratulations on the well deserved win.

  • 7 years ago

    by Em

    Congratulations on the win my baldy bud :)

  • 7 years ago

    by Brenda

    Michael, Congratulations on a well deserved win. Beautiful Tanka.

  • 7 years ago

    by Naughtymouse

    This is amazing I love it! Congratulations on the win definitely should be on the front page :))

  • 7 years ago

    by saggi

    Love it.each line has given me goose bumps.touched and just deeply touched.

  • 7 years ago

    by innocent chalera

    Amazing

  • 7 years ago

    by Trish

    Brilliant

  • 7 years ago

    by Augustus Black

    Hello,

    I believe this write has been written with great passion of love. There's a great connection of love with the nature. The link of love and nature is always very dramatic to read and I adore this a lot.

    This fantastic little poem is a symbol of upcoming true love, song coming from the depth of the heart.

    Congratulation for this great win.

    • 7 years ago

      by Mr. Darcy

      Thank you, for your comment. It's appreciated.

  • 7 years ago

    by BlueJay

    Judging Comment:

    The imagery in this work is phenomenal and the simplicity of it actually works really well in comparison to the lack of capitalizations. The punctuation is elaborately done when considering the rest of the piece which is interesting and gives this piece a hint of much needed dimension without over doing it or losing sight of the author's intentions. Absolutely wonderful use of the format - tankas always seem so difficult to me so when I see one that makes them seem as effortless as this I can't help but be amazed. All in all, this piece is stunning!

  • 7 years ago

    by Maple Tree

    Judging Comment

    This Tanka made me gasp!

    Love is in the stars this week people!

    What a lovely and well written tanka..
    I like the way it flows and how graceful it is... just pretty!

  • 7 years ago

    by Naughtymouse

    Holy.freakin.crap.

    Michael me old fruit this is amazing.... I love Tanka formed poetry because the restrictions are just right, especially for love poetry, not as short as a haiku but not as long and waffle like as other forms and when the word choice is as perfect as this it results in a piece of writing that is inspiring.

    I love how convey the emotions in here with delicate imagery and it flows on point.

    A great write my friend, should be proud of this one.

    Ben, other Ben, Earthman,

    • 7 years ago

      by Mr. Darcy

      Okay, Ben, no, the other Ben (Earthman) It is now my turn to choke (with laughter) on my 100th Quality Street. I swear I will look like one by the end of today!

      Thanks for the comment - I really appreciate it. Merry Christmas!

  • 7 years ago

    by Em

    Well, Michael it'll be your own fault for not sharing :P lol