This challenge asked us to meditate on a cup and examine a painting. I chose my favorite coffee mug. While observing it, I noticed aspects that I had not observed before. The style I chose is a gogyohka. I wrote five lines, and went with 6/7/6/7/7 for syllables to give it a rhythm.
My mug used to be red Now it has beige striations I see that it is glazed. When I raise it to my lips Drinking is like a kiss.
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Mark Bozeman 
This is great, Mark. I like how you related to the cup. The last of your tanka is so good!
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Mark this is an amazing poem loved “When I raise it to my lips
Drinking is like a kiss.”
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For one who drinks a lot of coffee, I can relate to knowing the joy of drinking it from a favorite cup/mug. Nicely done, Boz!
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excellent, Mark ❤
Much love,
David
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