Congratulations to Colleen who has now moved into her new home in Michigan. I wish her much happiness, and many happy writing and reading days there.
NEWS – My poem this week is one to be included in a new poetry and photography book I am currently working on called Lockdown Innit, a light-hearted collection highlighting the absurdity of this time. I am also working on another poetry book called Do What You Love! It is a race to see which I will finish first…
So, about this Lockdown Innit, or a particular a swan who I saw during the first lockdown.
A Swan’s Confusion (Tanka)
Did you see that swan?
Beauty posing by a bin
White against the green.
Hurry up, come over, quick.
He’s guarding that green waste bin!
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How could that happen?
A swan escapes the river
It’s lockdown innit!
Anything is possible
And nothing’s at all certain.
© M J Mallon 2021
That’s one of the poems I am working on, first draft. Hope you enjoy!
All of my published writing under my Kyrosmagica imprint includes poetry and prose.
I’d love it if you could be so kind as to share my current pinned tweet for Mr. Sagittarius – https://twitter.com/Marjorie_Mallon/status/1352617431827673094
Want to find out more about Mr. Sagittarius? Pop over to my blog to see the 5 star reviews of this poetry, prose and photography collection. #poetry #prose #photography #5star #reviews https://t.co/215XYdGxrD pic.twitter.com/tpNLWyv0cI
— M J Mallon #SCBWI #ABRSC #FSFRL (@Marjorie_Mallon) January 22, 2021
Buying Link: http://mybook.to/MrSagittarius
Here’s my media kit for the anthology and compilation about Lockdown featuring so many wonderful authors and bloggers (who I urge you to read!) This Is Lockdown has also received 5 star reviews.
mybook.to/Thisislockdown
Paperback Universal link:
mybook.to/Thisislockdownpb
I hope you enjoyed a sneak peak at the new poem for Lockdown Innit.
The link to Colleen’s latest prompt so you can join in: https://wordcraftpoetry.com/2021/01/19/tanka-tuesday-poetry-challenge-no-209-poetschoice/
Keep safe and well, find a little joy however and wherever you can. x
Lockdown Innit sounds great! 🙃
Yes, I am enjoying writing it. All about the absurdity of it all, trying to make life lighter for everyone. The other one Do What You Love is in a similar vein. <3 x
That is a fantastic idea, Marje 🥰
Thanks its giving me a focus during this madness!
Good to have a focus 💜
Trying to! I find it helps to be as busy as possible. <3 x
Love this Mary there is something very cheeky about it 💜💜💜
Hi Willow, I’m so glad you think so. I’m still tweeking it as a little unsure. Btw I sent you a FB messenger message about a concern I have. Marje x
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Sounds like its going to be a great read, Marje. Beautiful picture of the swan and fun poem!
Thanks Denise. Having some trouble with my wordpress comments hiding. I’m having fun writing this collection. 🙂
Marje, I had to look up “innit!” I guess that is slang for isn’t it? Am I right? LOL! Cute tanka! <3
Hi, sorry for the late reply but you were hiding in my spam. Having a lot of trouble these days with comments being put away. Never used to be so. And yes Innit means isn’t it but in a cheeky way. Glad you enjoyed the tanka. <3 x
LOL! If you’re on the business plan you will many comments in spam! Since I switched back it doesn’t happen as often. ❤️
Ah, that explains it. Can you switch during the year or do you have to wait until next time?
You can switch them anytime you like, but I’m not sure what happens to your credits.
Thanks Colleen. I must find out.