As far as i can tell,
A tanka has 31 syllables five lines. But hey I'm dyslexic,
It only took me 69 year's to find out What syllables were.




HAPPY BIRTHDAY TANKA

I think I've lost sight of time.
Over daytime rhythms
Oh I've just turned seventy.
I think that's because,
It's happy birthday to me.




Poetry by Alan J Ripley The PoetBay support member heart!
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Written on 2023-11-20 at 00:01

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Sameen The PoetBay support member heart!
Happy Birthday! What a cute poem as well
2023-11-21


Sona The PoetBay support member heart!
Happy Birthday and lucky you.
2023-11-20


D G Moody The PoetBay support member heart!
And from me Alan, and may your muse continue to inspire you!
2023-11-20


Uncle Meridian The PoetBay support member heart!
Happy 70th birthday, Alan!
2023-11-20