Who They Died For (Tanka)

by Sean Allen   Jan 6, 2005


While it is growing
a rose must see its friends die.
Their death creates life.

Sacrifices by brave buds
create beauty in that rose.

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  • 17 years ago

    by Darien

    Another great Tanka. With death comes rebirth. Good stuff.