Standing Tall in the Fog
A collection of Tankas about standing tall and being unique in a world that tries to be mundane.
I.
Standing tall in fog
along coastal mountain range.
The redwood will strive
despite an uncertain fate
In the hands of human waste.
II.
The sinister moss!
Small as they are, they invade.
With blankets of green.
Smothering trees and boulders
conquering all in their path.
III.
Even in darkness
Of an empty and cold space.
Distant stars still burn
And litter the sky with light
--adversity still prevails.
IV.
After white winters
It is pleasing to observe
The birth of colors.
As spring rises through cold earth
And blossoms green, gold, purple.
About the Creator
Dean Traylor
I wrote for college and local newspapers, magazines and the Internet (30 years). I have degree in journalism, masters in special education (and credentials), and certificate in screenwriting. Also, a special ed. teacher (25 years)
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