My next set of tankas, written together as an ekphrastic poem.Standing by the shoresOf the infinite ocean,Looking day past dayBeyond the boundless skyline,Searching for a yellow ship....Both woman and dogWaiting endlessly,unmovedFor that yellow ship;Hoping at horizon's end'Twould dawn,a heartening sight.Unwilling to budgeUntil greeted by family,Returning from war,Warrior and his war dog,With unwavering friendship.Year after year …
The Forgers of Fantasy 