figs from my garden and in my kitchen

it’s Christmas
a buffet, a treat
a fun day

there are figs galore
the smell, the taste is divine
so much going on

we will eat
and enjoy the day
squirrels too

yes, that’s right
they pick lots of them
naughty ones

so open presents
and sit outside, lovely, and
a little champagne

~~~

Loved your quartet of American cinquains, Robbie, really fab
– we’re only around the corner (kind of).

For Colleen Chesebro’s #TankaTuesday #44 – 23 December 2025, where this week’s host, Robbie Cheadle’s invitation is to reflect on holiday Christmas celebrations and family gatherings, using one, some or all, of the five senses as muses in a syllabic poem.

#TankaTuesday Poetry Challenge No. 44, Holidays, 12/23/2025