A Woman

As I beheld a flower of rare beauty In the silence choked heart of wilderness The facsimile of a pretty woman came alive From the coagulated heap of images A woman…….! Isn’t she God’s supreme handiwork? An animated form of chiseled art A joy to behold A figure of curvaceous ups and downs God’s beautiful calligraphy Her skin glowing as satin Hands and fingers of creamy softness Eyes reflecting love and gentleness Voice, musical and sweet Moving with measured cadence Walking with fluid ease And one who smoothens the rough edges of life A loving daughter to her parents An adorable mate to her man A forgiving mother to all The fountain spring of new life The lovely mother to her children! A marvel of creation, A miracle worthy of adulation! In every drop of adversity, Glistening like a diamond. But Alas! A treasure rarely valued. She is often branded by many As frail n’ fickle, infirm n’ impish But how empty is a man’s life Who hasn’t known a woman, As a mother, sister or daughter A lover, a companion or wife!

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Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 12/7/2021 3:51:00 AM

Diamonds hidden in mines.. precious coral found in deep blue seas.. the highest of mountains who can reach and see?! In deep wells lies crystal water, only those who can attain the bottom will taste its sweetness.. Brave hearts roar on ocean face.. drowned their bodies, their spirits never wane.. Remaining on the surface will only suffice the sight.. trying to get into the depth of things will enhance our understanding.. getting to reach what is profound in human beings.. what is of beauty and worth improves and elevates our bonding.. We are of many dimensions if only we reach out for each other! You have carved words of diamond to honour so precious a human being, dear Valsa! So true are your poetic words and thoughts.. I deeply relate to them.. My deepest regards and blessings. Love and hugs.

Valsa George
Date: 12/7/2021 4:58:00 AM

"Remaining on the surface will only suffice the sight.. trying to get into the depth of things will enhance our understanding".. How true! Your words sound to me like an epigram. How I wish I could write like you... There is a quote, 'Climb the mountains that you can see the world'. Besma, you are at the summit of a mountain that you can see what others cannot. That's why you could see so much in my simple lines.In my poetic career, I have never heard words like these. Your eyes are focused only on the glitter and not ion the haze. Thank you.... thank you so much dear!

Anil Deo

Date: 12/6/2021 6:29:00 PM

I enjoyed this offering Valsa, though saddened by the last stanza. Yet it rings louder and truer. Of course, though born of grandparents and parents in South Africa, I did watch the movie "Mother India." Just a big Thank U. A man can never be lifted high as when he marries a home-building, children-educating LADY

Valsa George
Date: 12/6/2021 9:24:00 PM

Everywhere women are bullied and abused, especially in my country India ! We had a tradition of respecting women, but times have changed.... Sadly a woman is treated as a commodity by many! Thanks a lot Anil for your great comment !

Gershon Wolf

Date: 12/6/2021 5:51:00 PM

Almost like a Psalm, this is so beautiful, Valsa. I am reminded of this: His wife, a fruitful vine at his side; his sons, tender olive shoots around his table ...

Valsa George
Date: 12/6/2021 6:01:00 PM

I love that Psalm ! Glad you liked it Gershon. So thankful for your great comment !

Bill Baker

Date: 12/6/2021 2:45:00 PM

Well written, Valsa. I agree with everything you've presented concerning a ideal woman. My mother taught me to honor and cherish all woman and I continue to try and do just that. A woman is a gift to mankind. have a great week, Bill

Valsa George
Date: 12/6/2021 5:56:00 PM

A man who respects a woman is a gentleman ! So admirable that you got the lessons of caring for a woman from your mother. Thank you so much Bill for visiting my page

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/6/2021 6:54:00 AM

Much enjoyed this ode to women my friend. You honor them with this beautiful write. They are everything you say and evermore!

Valsa George
Date: 12/6/2021 6:00:00 PM

A community that respects women flourishes and a man who loves and cares for women leads a happy family life. Thank you so much Vijay for your lovely response !

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 12/6/2021 1:33:00 AM

Your arguments are sublime. Pity many couples these days are to egoistic and most end in divorce. Almost five years now since I lost my wife. No one can take her place. ~~

Valsa George
Date: 12/6/2021 3:42:00 AM

I congratulate you Victor ! Love is noble and marital love is sacred. Keeping up the sanctity of marriage is the need of the times or else there will be more broken families....! Thanks a lot dear friend!