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He Tried

A senryu

By Emma Kate GeePublished 2 years ago Updated about a year ago 1 min read
By Stacia Konstans (April 29, 2017)

He holds pink flowers.

"For you. They match your prom dress."

Nope. He's colorblind.

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This senryu was written in response to the Snafu Senryu challenge issued by Vocal: "Capture the essence of an awkward moment in a senryu poem."

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About the Creator

Emma Kate Gee

Thrift queen and photography peasant seeking creativity and community. Lover of dogs, antique stores, and homemade bread. Writing hard and clear about what hurts.

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  • Hannah Moore2 years ago

    They matched for him though!

  • Oh nooooo! Poor guy! 🥺🥺🥺

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