The Storm Strikes (Tanka)

by Sean Allen   Dec 31, 2004


One must not shelter
trees nor stones from a great storm:
destruction brings truth.

Although rocks are immortal,
trees must build on what was torn.

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  • 19 years ago

    by FTS Miles

    Sean, I love the philosophizing. Can't help but wonder what has sparked these last few glances at experience, genesis, and perseverance, but I enjoy them. Short but pensively insightful nonetheless.

  • 19 years ago

    by Aken Sol

    got it

  • 19 years ago

    by pinkalias

    I really like the creative symolism in that peice and I admire the style of your writing. Well done

  • 19 years ago

    by joe

    sweetness...very truthful...very nice

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