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Armistice Day by adewpearl
    Senryu Poetry Contest Winner 


hands locked in firm clasp
lack one capability --
triggers can't be pulled



Writing Prompt
This poetry is structurally identical to haiku, that is, a 5/7/5 poem, but has much more flexible content, in particular discussing human emotions and relationships as opposed to nature themes.
Senryu Poetry
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Author Notes
November 11, Veteran's Day, used to be called Armistice Day because on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month the peace treaty was signed ending World War I.

     

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