There she is.

"Shadow" Tanka 5/7/5/7/7 Challenge.

There right by my side
Following every move
Watching me closely
Silently hovering near
A grey dark glimpse of myself

Author's Note

A challenge amongst friends on writing a 5/7/5/7/7 Tonka with the word Shadow without actually using the word.

Reviews

[Davidgeo]

the shadow is a shade of the substance

Ha. Tonka. Shadow...

Within the parameters of the challenge you presented yourself with I think you've succeeded.

[Lyricalfairydust]

It is indeed. Well said.
Thank you for the kind words.

[Lorry]

Ooh! I'm gonna have to look into tanka. Short, sweet and to the point, if not mentioning the point is the point.
This could be right up my cul de sac, as I do like sucksink....suksyn...brevity in poems!
Nicely captured.

[Lyricalfairydust]

Thank you for the review. You must try it. Tankas are fun. I was introduce to it when my friend brought the challenge to the table. It was new but fun. If and when you do write one. I would love to read it.

[Lorry]

Great. I'll let you know, thanks.

[Lyricalfairydust]

You're very welcome Lorry and thank you.

[emmajoygreen]

Cleverly and beautifully created, my friend.. would-could learn this and remember. Many thanks for sharing.

[Lyricalfairydust]

Many thanks to you Emma. That means a lot. very grateful for you and your reviews.

[emmajoygreen]

Every word sent was/is sincere! Wishing you and your family happy and peaceful days over the
festivities then - onwards into the future.. ..

[Lyricalfairydust]

Wishing you and your family a blessed and joyous time over these special days. May your hearts be warm and full of happiness.