Just Human

Perhaps a Tanka inspired by Tania...just to reassert that I am unable to live up to divine expectations and should be allowed my bouts of unreasonableness -- not that I expect a redemption but what is the harm in shouting it out !

I do hurt and bleed

And yearn for happiness too

I am just human!

I cringe and snap and envy

I want what I cannot have

Reviews

[D. Elizabeth]

I think we've all fallen victim to wanting happiness. How it comes at you with sweet wickedness and quickly leaves you feeling alone. I too have been to the depths and seen the darkest hours, yerning for happinees like silent showers....sorry I tend to rhymn even when I don't want to. I like this piece. much respect - XO D.E.

[Carole]

Excellent Tanka, and I agree with Tania-A great job for your first. :-) A perfect 31 syllables! :-)

We are indeed human. :-) The way I look at it...whatever I am meant to have, I will, and whatever is not good for me will not be given me. I leave it up to divine providence. Lends a greater peace that way. Hope you have a great day! What is the weather like in Calcutta today? When I think of Calcutta, I think of Mother Theresa. What a marvelous role model for humanity and woman of compassion. :-)

[Tania Leigh]

Oh, this is a fantastic Tanka, and an exquisite job for your first one!

It is very deep.....you said so much in so few words. Excellent write!

[Brenda Sue]

A perfect Tanka! Beautifully penned. Great job.

[Phil Sanders]

You are quite right....go for it .....

[bluessadmood]

we all hurt and bleed dear,we all want what we cant have ,actually i think we can ,its just life wont let you have your way as you like nice write its all about this stupid life