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cutting back roses
before winter sets in …
why must it sometimes
hurt so much
in order to grow?
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Published in Blithe Spirit, 31.1 2021
A Poet in Time
One Poet's Writing Practice
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cutting back roses
before winter sets in …
why must it sometimes
hurt so much
in order to grow?
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Published in Blithe Spirit, 31.1 2021
A Poet in Time 
This one resonates with me so much: the recognition that to flourish in a desired way requires strategic and timely pruning of whatever is “urging” me away from that flourishing. You have captured that struggle with grace in this tanka.
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Thank you so much, Kate. I’m so happy that this one resonated with you. I guess we all love when another poet likes something especially. You are a thoughtful and sensitive reader so your comments mean a lot.
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I am always glad to see your name on a post, Mary. I like to take the time needed to read, reread and contemplate the beauty and the power I find.
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You always leave such kind comments. I want you to know they are much appreciated. A tanka or a haiku is a small poem and one that is perfect to contemplate, which is why I love writing in these forms. Again, thank you for being here and reading my work. Best wishes to you, Mary
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Reblogged this on Frank J. Tassone and commented:
#Haiku Happenings #7: Mary Kendall’s #tanka appears in Blithe Spirit!
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Frank, thank you for including this tanka on your blog. It’s always appreciated by me when you select a poem you like to share. Thanks for all you do for all of us as poets and readers. Wishing you all the best, Mary.
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Thank you, Mary! It’s my honor to share your work, and the work of other great haijin! 🙂
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