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Roxanne: A Senryu

Written for Senryu Sunday ~
Rall has offered several images;
this one caught my eye.

Courtesy Rall @ Senryu Sunday

moonlight–washed bedroom

wearing her evening costume

the dark streets await

NAR©2026

Image by Me & Gemini

This is “Yes It Is” by The Beatles

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2 thoughts on “Roxanne: A Senryu”

  1. The shift from quiet preparation to the city after dark is so evocative, and the noir mood carries through beautifully. Thank you, Nancy, for a senryu that feels like stepping into the night. ❤️🫶

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