A few short Tanaka. I’m not sure I am getting the spirit of Tanaka quite right, but this will do for now. One of the nice things about subscribing to Poetry magazine is there is always a form or method to try each month. See also erasure poems for May. I like this better than a prompt.

Form:

In form find freedom
Cut down all distractions 
Which door to go through 
Only one choice in this hall
The walls are still painted white
An empty canvas waiting

Chipping Sparrow:

Chipping sparrow sings.
A repetitive delight
Happy in the tree.
He hides just out of my sight.
All day long I hear his song.

31 syllables:

People
Publish poems here.
Send them in.
Cover letter.
Face rejection.
Yes or no.
Could I do the same?
Impossible.
Laugh.

Bed:

It is time for bed.
Tired after a long day.
Stretch out all the way.
Supported by soft mattress.
I close my eyes, drift away.