going up

ivy on a wall
vine
power
gratitude
breathing, pulsing
colours and textures
the roots are firm, waiting
changes, seasons are turning
they are claiming the vanished space
fingers pointing to the infinite
forbidden and once taken for granted

Tanka Tuesday this week is the poet’s choice.


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