Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Hi Bill, I liked this a lot, and I do know that you've written quite a few tanka over the years. The only thing is that it is normally written in lower case. Good luck with the judges. All best. Ulla:))

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Hi, Ulla. If that?s a criteria it?s neither stated nor in the example used for the contest. Of course, the rules for this contest are fairly broad. I normally give my tanka-form poems a different name so I needn?t conform to other?s rules. Pranka is my go to format. I?ve noted that the only ones of these contests I ever win are either by one vote over the usual winners or, when it?s a secret society decision, by mistake. ; )

reply by Ulla on 14-Jun-2019

Yeah, thats right, you use the Pranka which is so funny. But to answer your question. Yes, like haiku, tanka is written in lower form. The site continuely get this wrong. You know I'm not a poetry writer, but I've learned quite a lote about the Japanese forms. Good luck. :)

Comment from Earl Corp

Excellent

This would have been a good Faith poetry contest entry too. This poem When Reasons Run Out makes sense and is a spiritual poem. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, Earl

Comment from susand3022

Excellent

A nice poem Bill, are you practicing your Tanka's? Ahh... I see this one is for a contest! The other one must have been a practice run? Both are good... good luck in the contest! :)

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, Susan.

Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

I enjoyed you uplifting and faithful words here Bill, a message for all of us, face a new day with support and we will win through, I wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, Dolly

Comment from judiverse

Excellent

Great Tanka, and best of luck in the contest. It reads so smoothly. Use of rhyme with reasons and seasons is excellent. Your Tanka has an uplifting thought, too. When people feel there's no reason to go on, the Lord offers a new season and purpose in life. Well stated. judi

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, Judi

reply by judiverse on 14-Jun-2019

You're very welcome. judi

Comment from Pam (respa)

Excellent

-Nice image and
presentation, Bill.
-The syllable count is good.
-The use of one continuous
thought is also effective.
-Good opening lines,
followed by a good pivot line.
-The message in your poem
is a very good one and
shows a positive and "greater purpose."
-Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, Pam

reply by Pam (respa) on 14-Jun-2019

You are welcome, Bill.

Comment from LisaMay

Excellent

Have the reasons run out on fleet feet in excitement to greet the new day in the company of the Lord? ...or have they evaporated, and no excuses are left to continue a sham? ... either way, and both are equally valid happenings in your poem, a new season and a greater purpose will always be available when we take it to the Lord.

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, LisaMay

Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear

Excellent

This speaks a simple, natural and nice message for living, and states when reasons run out, just wake and seek the Lord for you find a new season and a greater purpose there; well said, well done. Keep writing -- DR ALCREATOR

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, ALD

Comment from closetpoetjester

Excellent

What an inspiring message this is Bill. When you are tired of making excuses and there are simply no more, then it's time to look for a new way. You certainly have nothing to lose by rising to a new challenge and a little faith for God helps those who first help themselves.

How'd I do?

P

 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

There ya go. Thanks, P, for giving this a look. Bill

Comment from Boogienights

Excellent

This is a wonderful poem, with great advice. When you run out of steam or you have something you are going through, its vreat to have the creator on your side. Best of luck in the contest.

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 Comment Written 14-Jun-2019

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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2019

Thanks, BN

reply by Boogienights on 14-Jun-2019