Tag Archives: Colleen’s Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge
Lone Star
Seer Lone star Stargazer Eyes of insight Ether opens veil Channeling images Civilization forewarned Whispers of upheaval written Crisp clarity of events shifting Hidden in dark patterns of history Colleen’s Challenge: Cold & Storm (Synonyms Only)
Interior Reflections
Frozen Melting magic Captive of nature’s chill Illuminates dark surroundings Light flows Transforming once mundane patterns Into new perspective Circling in time Pausing Colleen’s Challenge: Mystery & Attract (Synonyms Only)
Milestone
It’s that time of year Cheesecake and a glass of wine Good cheer with loved one Milestone harks new beginnings Creative spark still blooming Colleen’s Challenge: Begin & Fresh (Synonyms Only)
Tranquility
Tranquility here Glowing in warming sunlight Serenity smiles Fleeting moment out of time Waiting for next storm to rise Colleen’s Challenge: Poet’s Choice Frank’s Challenge: Tranquil
Stretching Imagination
Senses hibernate In imaginary glow Waiting for sunlight Lost in a wintry refuge Detached from chilling forces Colleen’s Challenge: Cold & Safe (Synonyms Only)
Destiny
First breath births wonder Universal vibrations Symbols of life force Drifting in moments of time Signalizing destiny Colleen’s Challenge: Celebrate & Number (Synonyms Only)
On the Edge
Perusing the view Lone figure stands mesmerized In contemplation Absorbing delightful scene Mind on edge between two worlds Colleen’s Challenge: Pleasant & Read (Synonyms Only)
Solemn Moment
Alarmed by the scene Solemn moment unfolding Consequences feared Angel of darkness hovers Fateful meeting of many Since I was late in posting for Colleen’s challenge and Halloween has ended, I decided to reflect on a scary event in life when … Continue reading
Spectral Portal
Watching and waiting Spectral light reveals doorway To cursed entities Telling stories through their eyes Amulet moans to be found Colleen’s Challenge: Haunt & Spell (Synonyms Only)
‘Tis the Season
Unearthly transformation Spectral glimpse of primal fears Dark cavity chills Childhood nightmares erupting Into seasonal whimsy Colleen’s Challenge: Ghost & Hollow (Synonyms Only)
Winter’s Coming
Speckles of magic Leaves flushing with fall’s embrace Engaging pigments Dancing towards winter’s chill Prophetic ending certain Colleen’s Challenge: Color & Creepy (Synonyms Only)
Heart of Darkness
Shadows Darkness unveiled Heart seeks revelations Acceptance is transformation Shining with healing glow New beginnings Revealed *This heart-shaped rock was an interesting find a few years ago. Colleen’s Challenge: Poet’s Choice-Heart & Darkness
Splash of Autumn
Vibrant Overflowing Cascading energy Spilling over with radiance Seeking to warm the soul Transformation Colors Colleen’s Challenge: Fall & Try (Synonyms Only)
Hidden Vibrancy
Passion of life force Sparks of light illuminate Blooming arousal Thoughts collide with memories Scent of now evaporates Colleen’s Challenge: Vigor & Energy (Synonyms Only)
The Way
Vision Pointing the way Sentinel of future Flirting with possibilities Shaping daily intent Longing fulfilled Milestone Colleen’s Challenge: Plan & Finish (Synonyms Only)
Creative Foundation
Personal story Glue that holds one together Evolves endlessly True self searching for meaning Only found in the moment “““ Creative spirit Foundation of all that comes Witnesses the joy Soaring one to greater heights Red tide turns to crystal … Continue reading
Vision
Awaiting magic Sitting in a field of dreams Shifting perspective Travelling with dancing stars Contradicting all logic Colleen’s Challenge: Change & Defy (Synonyms Only)
Glimpse of Wonder
Clouds open to light Dissipating gloominess Unveiling wonder Revealing sky’s artistry Engraving joyful presence Colleen’s Challenge: Sad & Write (Synonyms Only)
Butterfly Dreams
Juncture Breath of delight Caressing the moment Savoring possibilities Waiting Tide of life observing rhythm Inner voice flutters truth Butterfly dreams Shifting Colleen’s Challenge: Love & Time (Synonyms Only)
Stream of Life
Longing overflows Travelling through veil of time Converging waters Spawning glacial memories Leading to calming resolve Colleen’s Challenge: Congregate & Passion (Synonyms Only)
Winds of Change
Bitter winds blowing Unfortunate circumstance Wishing for a friend Living life on the fringes Fortuitous gift awaits Colleen’s Challenge: Happy & Morose (Synonyms Only)
Celestial Pearl
Luna Nighttime dweller Harvests rhythm of time Faith in intuitive journey Seeker Preoccupation with cycles Ancient divination Mysterious Pearl orb Colleen’s Challenge: Beliefs/Strange (Synonyms Only)
Alone
Gesture Silent story Echoes beneath surface Catalyst for viewer’s response Feelings Heart quakes with moment’s empathy Hatching sudden effect Envisioned peace Stillness Colleen’s Challenge: Inspiration & Plan (Synonyms Only) Patrick’s Challenge: Gesture
Transformation
In midst of life’s storms Gripping onto last resort Shifts with lofty leap Creative spirit dazzled Wealth of rosy moments thrill Colleen’s Challenge: Bewitch & Treasure (Synonyms Only)
Gift
Calm ocean within Flowing into consciousness Entranced with its charm Enhancing life’s poetry Blooming into harmony Colleen’s Challenge: Magic & Green (Synonyms Only)
Seize the Moment
Bestowing insight Elasticity of mind Sees beyond the norm Catching the flavors of life Surrendering to changes Colleen’s Challenge #90: Give & Receive (Synonyms Only)
Elusive Muse
Appeasing parched muse Aqueous vision merges Into consciousness Tumbling into waking dream Creative elixir forms Colleen’s Challenge: Dry & Wet (Synonyms Only)
Enjoy the Ride
No need to hasten Life will turn its own corners Without finale Listen to the muse whisper Telling tales of adventure Colleen’s Challenge: Hurry & Last (Synonyms Only)
Winds of Change
Tumultuous sky Inundates vertical climb Uncertain winds blow Turning pages of wishes Triumph finds a gracious way Patrick’s Challenge #139: Vertical Colleen’s Challenge: Dignity & Success (Synonyms Only)
Cloud Gazing
Lost in cloud gazing Enticing reveries flow Into formless space Butterfly days misting eyes Merging into yearning wish Colleen’s Challenge: Belong & Dream (Synonyms Only)
Awakening Joy
Unexpected sight Frolicking in the sunlight Echoes my delight Winter weariness dissolves Heart intones with joyful beat Colleen’s Challenge #82: Sing & Celebrate (Synonyms Only)
Dance of Nature
Twinkling melody Creating enticing scene Charm of the season Water nymphs dancing patterns Lighting way to other worlds Colleen’s Challenge #81: Enchant &Shape (Synonyms Only) *( I revisited this image with new colors to match the poetry.)
Journey to Spring
Sun opens window Ending gray desolation Swelling into sunflower glow Summoning gentle, spring breeze Caressing the face with hope Colleen’s Challenge #80: Gather & Soft (Synonyms Only)
Wintry Cheer
(This photo was taken on a brilliant, sunny day in March.) Compelling starburst Sun’s radiance twinkles charm Lighting up corners Of wintry incubation Swaying thoughts of inner joy Colleen’s Challenge #79: Dance & Command (Synonyms Only)
Thoughts of Spring
Capturing this image put a smile on my face. Beauties of nature always do. Fertility blooms Coloring spaces with spring Stirring the spirit Joyful anticipation Glorifying emergence Colleen’s Challenge #78: Grow & Honor (Synonyms Only) Daily Post: … Continue reading
Forever Memory
Spellbound in moment Captivating, twilight dreams Arousing senses Imagination blissful Soaking in the wondrous sight Colleen’s Challenge #77: Charm & Time (Synonyms Only) Patrick’s Challenge #132: Twilight
Lull Before The Storm
Ocean’s bliss darkens Nature’s wrath never expires Gulf stream calls warnings Sinking coastlines under siege Civilization’s crossroads Colleen’s Challenge #76: Joy & Fury (Synonyms Only)
Seasonal Charm
Tranquil memory Secluded from life’s noises Eclipsing all thoughts Heavenly, verdant spaces Whispering seasonal charms Colleen’s Challenge #75: Patience & Green (Synonyms Only)
Engagement with Today
Grasping for answers Creative spark takes my hand Bestowing insight Divergent thoughts flow freely Painting a world of treasures Colleen’s Challenge #72: Energy & Knowledge (Synonyms only)
Beckoning Sign
Discernible shift Creative spirit in flux Milestone of inspiration Worldly desires disappear Momentous revelation Colleen’s Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge #72: Breakthrough & Movement (Synonyms Only)
Inner Rhymes
Let stormy clouds pass Ignite sense of deep rapport Essence of presence Delve into depths of moments Flying with inner passions Colleen’s Weekly Tanka Tuesday Challenge #71: Character & Affection (Synonyms Only) Patrick’s Pic and a Word Challenge #126: Depth
Colleen’s Weekly Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge #69: Bond & Seek (Synonyms Only)
Creative eye thirsts To touch obscure connections An eternal quest Untrodden vistas await Hunting elusive visions Colleen’s Challenge
Winter Blues
Haunting silhouette Chanting memories of spring Enticing story Igniting buds of desire Painting a tale of colors Patrick’s Pic and a Word Challenge #123: Silhouette Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge #68: Myth & Write (Synonyms Only)
Music of Winter
Sunlight moments dance Musical innuendo Silence opens arms Coloring creative mind Envisaging warmth of spring Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge #67: Play & Guess (Synonyms Only) Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge: Silence
Lost in Time
Weathered and broken Once an adventurous gem Vessel of crossings Key to sudden journey’s end A story yet to be told Patrick’s Pic and a Word Challenge #121: Crossing Colleen’s Tanka Tuesday Poetry Challenge #66: Destination & Guide (Synonyms Only) Daily Post … Continue reading
Fortuity or Design
Shift in vibration Atmospheric window glows Advents awareness Flying high with new resolve Dreams dusted with guiding light Colleen’s Tuesday Tanka Poetry Challenge #65: Ambition & Change (Synonyms Only) Patrick’s Pic and a Word Challenge #120: Atmosphere