Wings of Peace (a Tanka)
I’m ready to fly
Away, from this ravaged land
Where can peace be found?
Are my wings sturdy enough?
To carry freedom’s torn flag
Hoppipolla, by Sigur Ros
Hoppípolla is a beautiful and emotional song by the Icelandic band Sigur Rós. The title itself is a delightful blend of words: it’s a univerbation of “hoppa í polla,” which translates to “hopping into puddles” in Icelandic. The lyrics of the song are mainly in Icelandic, but they also include some nonsensical phrases in a language the band calls Vonlenska or “Hopelandic.”
The essence of “Hoppípolla” captures the carefree joy of childhood—the moments when we find delight and freedom by jumping in rain puddles. It’s a celebration of innocence, playfulness, and the simple pleasures of life. 🌧️👣
A beautiful tanka Ivor! Xo
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Thank you kindly Carol 😊🌏😍
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Lovely verse, Ivor!
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Thank you Nancy
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Great tanka. Beautiful magpie pics 🙂
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Thanks Ryan … my wonderful birdie photos inspired me to write a suitably wonderful poem 😊🌏🦅
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Wonderful inspiration
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Powerful, Ivor
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Thank you kindly Robbie 😊🌏🦅📖
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The wings need to be strengthened by humans so that peace could reign once again
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Thank you for your lovely comment Sadje 😊😊📖🦅
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My pleasure 😇
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I like it Ivor, 🙂
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Thank you very much Sue
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yes, please
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I’ll do my best
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Truly wonderful post.
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Thank you very much for your kind words 😊🌏
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A pleasure.
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Beautiful wonderful posting…photos, poem and songs/videos, Ivor!
I bet those handsome, peaceful-flyin’ magpies inspired you. 🙂
I still enjoy jumping in rain puddles! 😀
(((HUGS))) 🕊️☮️✌️
PS… “In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.” – John Muir 🙂
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I love that quote Carolyn… and yes, my wonderful magpie friends are so inspirational 😊🌏📚😍💛🐶
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Delightful all round post
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Thank you kindly Derrick
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When you find it, let me know!
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I’m still searching Susi 📖☮️
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😁
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