My Poetic Latticework

At the Barber Shop

At the barber shop,
converting shaggy dog look
to summertime buzz.
With silver locks piled on floor,
spirit lifts with fresh outlook.


Notes on Tanka form of poetry ▼

Number of lines: 5 unrhymed lines

Rules:
Tanka is a classic form of Japanese poetry related to the haiku with five unrhymed lines of five, seven, five, seven, and seven syllables.
(5, 7, 5, 7, 7)

Choices for the poet this week:
Your poem may be on any subject Have fun!

Let the creativity flow from your soul!
Dave
"The Poet's Place "