Tanka Tuesday

ML:
clumsy error
we broke the tiny saw blade
pumpkin carving blues
resolute autumn fervor
pumpkin finger painting instead

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CW:

a slip of the knife

turned a frown to a huge smile

Halloween goblins

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ML:
ripening gourds
seeds ready for roasting
plentiful harvest
last-minute costume ideas
warts for witches’ noses

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CW:

crunchy salty treats

pumpkin seeds at the ready

cleaning, washing done

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ML:
fireside marshmallows
melting onto graham crackers
season of the s’more
cheery trick-or-treaters
like king-size candy bars best

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CW:

gooey extra sweet

toothbrushes before their bed

this night treats abound

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#TankaTuesday Poetry Challenge No. 36, Tan-Ku, 10/28/25

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