Haiku
Soft milky white skin
Grey eyes in circles of blue
Deep desires awaken
First snow drops appear
Sheltering in early warmth
Reflecting in light
Soft petals unfold
Silken sensual beauty
A sweet scent excites
Visual splendour
Longing for a gentle touch
To nurture and grow
Haiku afternoon
Words carefully set in place
Searching for rhythm
Loss of your smile
Absence of joy in those eyes
Solitude of pain
It’s our last best hope
A universe of wonder
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Tanka
White frost on roof tiles
Grey smoke rises from chimneys
Blinding morning sun
Birds gather at dawn for warmth
Mist lingers in the silence
Weary eyes open
Lost moments in time unfold
Adrift and forlorn
Thoughts linger, fears forsaken
Shadows stir in morning haze
Rushing water flows
Serenity held in time
A stillness surrounds
Mists linger in morning sun
As sweet memories echo
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Micro Poetry
Thoughts emerge
Words written
Texts sent
Waiting in anticipation
Read with excitement
Thoughts diverge
Smiles escape
Desires met
Searching dark corners
Sheltered from storms
Smouldering embers
Hidden and alone
Caress kindles passion
Joy bursts forth
And lingers
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