I have consistently explored Japanese poetry forms across the years. Boketto, Dodoitsu, Gogyyohka, Haibun. Haiku, Kimo and Tanka most among them. Today, allow me to present Kouta poems -a four line quatrain. It is renowned as a traditonal song of geisha. The word 'kouta' means little song. They come in two versions: Version 1 -7575 syllables Version 2 7775 syllables. The kouta has no other rules and generally follow themes of ordinary life. They are an ancient form that harkens back to the 14th century. I have chosen version 2 (7775 syllables) for my kouta poems. My poems deal with introspection and observation of the human condition. I'm in that sort of mood so I went with it... Conflicted Thoughts My heart rages with conflict I possess no direction Your words light the way forward And my world settles. Alan j Wright Deliver Light Overthrow this inner doubt With memory of good deeds Utter words consolingly And draw light your way. Alan j Wright Find Joy I dare to be bold w