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Steeped in tea and reads
Hard soles unshod for lamb’s wool
Evening breathes a sigh
My tattered slippers shuffle
To the coziness of dreams
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A tanka in response to Colleen’s Synonyms-only #Tanka Tuesday prompts “worn” and “comfort.”
Worn = Tattered
Comfort = Coziness
Myths of the Mirror 
Makes me want to curl up with some tea and a good book. Well done, Diana!
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Thanks Julie. We’re still dealing with nightly frosts and tea and reading is a big pastime. I’m glad you enjoyed the poem. Happy Reading, my friend. ❤ Be well.
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Lovely, Diana!
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Thanks, Jennie. I’ve been reading a lot lately since we’re home-bound. It’s a great break from the news. I hope you’re doing well and still enjoying your read-aloud time. 😀 Take care.
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You’re welcome, Diana. The adjustment to online teaching still feels strange. Not my comfort zone. Best to you!
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My grandson loves the contact with his teacher. Your efforts are surely the highlight of your students’s days. 🙂 They know you’re thinking about them. ❤
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That contact is so important for the little ones. We are trying so many things. Thank you, Diana. ❤️
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The coziness of dreams! Love it!
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While many of us are locked in our houses, we might as well get cozy. Thanks so much for the visit and take care. 🙂
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That’s beautiful Diana — and you chose the perfect image for it. What a cozy, safe feeling you created with just a few words. Hugs on the wing.
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Thanks for taking a peek at the poem, Teagan. And the image says it all, doesn’t it? I’ve been spending the alone time editing, but cozying up with a book sounds pretty good too! Happy Writing, my friend. 🙂
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Just beautiful! And now I want a cuppa! 😀
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Ha, me too! Snuggling in bed with a book and cup of tea sounds like a great way to blow off the afternoon! Thanks for stopping by!
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Serene, gentle, and gorgeous. This is what my doctor recommended.
Need to see more of this from you.
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Thanks, Andrew. I can do serene. 🙂 It seems like a bit of that is needed these days. Thanks so much for stopping by and for the wonderful comment. You made my day. ❤
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Whimsical and beautiful… my feet were there, Diana!
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Thanks, Steve. I wear my slippers all day, so this is close to home. 🙂 Have a lovely day and enjoy some writing time as the world hunkers down.
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This poem is really peaceful and makes me want to turn in, and not just becauseI’m writing this after midnight!
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Thanks, Sean. I haven’t actually snuggled into bed with a good book and a cup of hot tea in a long time. It is appealing, isn’t it? Thanks so much for the visit and comment and I hope you got a good sleep. Happy Writing! It’s a good way to pass the time while we all hunker down. That and movies. 🙂
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Now, this is a tanka I could live in!
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Aaah. Thanks, Liz. The prompt words were so evocative for me. I’m glad you enjoyed this. I hope your having a comfy weekend, hunkered down at home. Happy Writing.
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It’s pretty much business as usual for my husband and me. (We don’t get out much.) However, the news reports are getting more and more alarming.
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Ah… That is so lovely.
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Thanks, Betsy. I’m so sorry to hear that your coffee date with Julie was a bust. Stay comfy with your tea and slippers and stay safe during this crazy time!
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Thanks, Diana. That was very sad indeed. Blessings on you and yours. I hope your parents are all right!
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Lovely picture, hot tea 💕 ☕️
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Love the image – seems like something I might want to do soon!
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Me too. It’s snowing here and we’re all hunkered down wondering if each sniffle and inadvertent cough is the virus. Time for tea and reading in bed or by the fire. Crazy times. Take care and enjoy your weekend. 🙂
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You’ve painted a lovely feeling of peace and quiet in a not so peaceful and quiet world at the moment. Thanks for sharing, Diana.
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I imagine we’ll all be isolating more than usual over the next few months. Might as well make the best of it. Tea and reads, Mary. Have a safe, relaxing weekend.
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Mmmm … tea and comfy slippers. 🙂
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Can’t get much better than that, huh? I’m in the mood. I’m glad this evoked some comfy-ness. Thanks for the visit and have a wonderful weekend. 🙂
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That’s lovely, Diana.
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Thanks, Dan. A nice quick post after the last long one. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a great Friday and Weekend!
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What a lovely image – as I look down at my tattered slippers! 🙂
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Ha ha. Now don’t you appreciate your slippers a little more. A sign that they’re well-loved. 🙂 Thanks so much for reading and commenting. Have a gorgeous day. 🙂
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I do!
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Of course, I sank into this poem as if sinking into a warm bath full of bubbles. Then I had to double check – this is DIANA’S poem? Haha. As you said to Jill, “I can do sweet when the mood strikes.” Beautifully versed, May your dreams always be as beautiful. ❤
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Thank you, Pam. That bubble bath sounds good. I love these syllabic poetry challenges and following the inspiration from the prompts. 🙂 And do you know what I dream about?… writing. Lol. Every night, more writing. Have a lovely day, my friend, and Happy Writing!
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I wake up in the middle of my sleep shouting (silently) to myself to STOP WRITING THE STORY in my dream head. But I end up staying awake juggling the characters and plot. Hmmm, perhaps we’re both extremely weird. 🙂
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I think it’s a writer thing. 🙂 We’re all weird.
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And happily so. 🙂
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That is lovely Diana.. xxx
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Thank you, Sally. I love Colleen’s challenges and would do them every week if I wasn’t trying to finish a book (or 3). Lol. I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. Have a wonderful day, my friend. ❤
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You too Diana.. now back to the grind lol ♥
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Ooh I love this. In my current state, sitting at my desk at work, I’d love nothing more than to be shuffling around in my slippers 🙂
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INFJ’s love their slippers. I wear my tattered sparkly slippers everywhere, Jess… to the post office, in the garden, to the library. It’s no wonder they’re tattered! 🙂 Have a great weekend!
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Haha, that resonates 🤗
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Love it! Feeling the feeling… 🙂 Sweet dreams!
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Thanks Bette. Would you believe that I dream about writing? Lol. I’m so glad you enjoyed the poem. I know that you can relate to the fun of syllabic poetry. 🙂 Have a wonderful Friday and weekend.
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I dream about it too… 🙂 Wishing you a wonderful weekend, my friend.
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I’ll bet you keep a notebook by your bed. 🙂
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Guilty… 🙂
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Oh Diana…I loved everything about this! Beautiful job! ❤
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Thank you, Jill. I can do sweet when the mood strikes. Ha ha. I love Colleen’s prompts and challenges and wish I had the time to do them all. Thanks so much for stopping by and Happy Writing!
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You do “sweet” very well, Diana. ❤️
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I love the word “tattered.” For some reason, tattered always make me think of something beloved. You know, so well loved you can’t bear to throw it out? I’m in search of comfort today. Lovely Tanka, my friend. ❤
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Thank you, Colleen. I have the same response to tattered, and you describe it beautifully. I’m so glad you enjoyed the poem. It was fun to play along. I wish I could do it every week, but I’m trying sooo hard to make space for writing… my two-year book, it seems! lol. Happy Writing! ❤
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Tell me about it! No worries! I struggle to find time, myself. 📝❤️
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Replace tea with hot chocolate and you’ve got me. Sounds like a perfect evening.
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Ha ha. I like the hot chocolate too, but then I have to get up again and brush my teeth. It’s all about efficiency over here. Lol. Thanks for taking a peek at a nice short post, Teri. Happy Writing!
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Well done. Sounds like a journey I am anxious to make..
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Doesn’t it? Usually, I drag myself to bed and read half a chapter before the book tumbles to the floor. But I do have tattered slippers! Thanks for stopping by to read, Violet. Have a lovely weekend!
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Beautiful Diana♥️
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Thank you, Sonia. I’m glad you enjoyed this little poem. Thanks for stopping by and have a lovely weekend. ❤
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Nice! Perfect for a cloudy , cold day!🎐
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Thank you! It’s sunny here, but cold. I just got a fire going to take the chill out of my toes. I’m glad you enjoyed the poem. I hope the sun comes out your way. ❤
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75 in NYC today! Happy Spring 🌸
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Wow. I was outside a day ago yelling “it’s a beautiful day” at the blue sky. My husband thought I’d lost it. Ha ha. Stay safe there in NYC.
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Thank you🌸
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This really is an exceptional poem, Diana.
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Aww. Thank you, Robbie. I enjoy Colleen’s challenges and the prompts make it a bit easier to come up with ideas. Thanks for the kind comment. Happy Writing, my friend.
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How peaceful that sounds. Beautiful, Diana ❤
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Thanks, Jacquie. It’s a wish, I think, since right now I’m cold as all heck. Time for a fire and some hot cocoa. Lol. Thanks for the visit and have a beautiful day. ❤
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It’s a chilly start to spring, for sure. Cuddle by that fire 🙂
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Gorgeous Tanka, Diana! It has such wonderful imagery. ❤
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Thank you, Vashti. That’s so kind of you to say. I’m not sure I got the form exactly right according to Colleen’s instructions, but liked it the way it was. Enjoy your day and Happy Writing!
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Same to you, my friend. 🙂
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Reminds me of climbing into bed with a good book on a cold winter night, Diana:)
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Thanks, DL. It’s below freezing here and I wouldn’t mind doing the same right now! I’m glad you enjoyed the poem. Thanks for the visit and Happy Writing!
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I love this tanka Diana. It has a cozy and subtle feeling that invited me to partake along with the tea. It’s funny to read the comments and learn you’re anything but warm and cozy. Snuggle up my friend.
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I actually need to start a fire soon. It’s only 55 degrees inside and my feet are getting cold. Lol. But I’m glad you felt the warmth and comfort in this little poem. A nice short post! Have a lovely day and wonderful weekend. ❤
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Burr! I hope the fire is going strong. To weekend wonders…
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Nighty night. Sweet dreams.😊
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Ha. I wish. 🙂 It’s morning here and cold. I need to make some tea and grab a comforter! I’m glad you enjoyed the poem. Have warm cozy day, my friend.
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Perfect poem for the prompt. Definitely gives off warm cozy vibes ❤️
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Oh good. Warm and cozy was the goal. Now I need to make myself a cup of tea. 🙂 Thanks for the visit, Tessa, and have a warm cozy day!
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Lovely piece, Diana. Thanks for sharing another gem! 🙂
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Thanks for the visit, Natalie. I like sharing a quick, short post every once in a while. And these syllabic poems and prompts are fun. Have a lovely day and wonderful weekend. 🙂
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Lovely. Tattered is a great word. It evokes so much more than ‘worn’.
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Thanks, Jacqui. And my slippers are definitely tattered! Especially since I wear them like shoes (to the post office, gardening, library, etc.) Thanks for the visit and comment, my friend. Happy Writing!
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Lovely. So restful.
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Thanks, Sadje. It made me want to get back into bed this morning. I appreciate the visit. Have a great day and Happy Writing!
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You’re welcome Diana. Take care.
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Oh, I love that! Especially “evening breathes a sigh”
Fabulous, Diana!
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Thanks, Mae. A quick post after my last grammar lesson. Lol. I’m glad you enjoyed it. If only I could get back into my warm bed right now. 🙂 Have a lovely day, my friend.
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How gorgeous 💐🤗
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Aaah. Thank you. Something short and sweet today. I like Colleen’s syllabic poetry challenges and they’re a nice break between longer posts. Have a lovely day and Happy Writing!
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My pleasure. Happy writing to you too and may your day be beautiful and .. sweet 💝
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beautiful- makes me want hot tea 🙂
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I could use some right now, and snuggle back in my bed with a good book. Sounds like a bit of heaven as I freeze in my chair in the dark at 6 in the morning. Lol. Thanks for the visit. I’m glad you enjoyed the poem. Happy Writing!
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aw, this tickled me so. LOL Same here, I’d love to have a cup of tea and snuggle back in bed. Same to you happy writting!
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