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A Cup Runneth Over

A Cup Runneth Over His cup runneth over, yet he craves more As flights of hubris on wings of greed soar, Rich is the life of caviar and champagne, Where ruthlessness wins his races in fast-lane And nightmares roil semblance of sane; His cup runneth over, yet he fills again. Some sans much, assert they have enough, Strengthened by love when times are rough; Not so for the man, whose soul preens in vain, When arrogance of ego commands his terrain As flights of hubris on wings of greed soar; His cup runneth over, yet he craves more. Dreams he dreamt once, vacant still remain, Benevolence of love never could he attain, For illusory is glitter spurious gems feign And love is just a mirage phony hearts reign Whose rhythm never attains lyrical refrain; His cup runneth over, yet he fills again. Void of nothingness is driving him insane While haughtiness tallies his ill-gotten gain, Detesting ruthlessly woes of others’ pain, Mocking their misery in contemptuous disdain As flights of hubris on wings of greed soar; His cup runneth over, yet he craves more. July 24, 2022 Placed 1st: Pick-A-Title, Vol 31 Poetry Contest Sponsor: Edward Ibeh Theme: A Cup Runneth Over

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Joseph May

Date: 8/8/2023 11:34:00 AM

Sometimes they take from the poor to satisfy their greed, True words Vijay, Well penned

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 7/20/2023 10:43:00 AM

A brilliantly written poem on heartlessness and greed. Belated congratulations.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/4/2022 7:27:00 PM

way to go with a top notch win, my friend. Congratulations

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/4/2022 6:28:00 AM

Congratulations for your win Vijay :)

Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/2/2022 9:13:00 PM

Great story. Beautifully written. Congratulations!

Edward Ibeh

Date: 7/31/2022 12:08:00 PM

Yeah another brilliant poem from you, Vijay:-) You always deliver in a big way! Heartiest congratulations on your top win in my contest!

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 7/31/2022 9:20:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. Greed is here to stay. Many never get enough of what they want. So sad. Have a great/blessed day.......................

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/31/2022 7:48:00 AM

Back with Congratulations on your top contest win. Very well deserved dear friend, Vijay.

Terry Miller

Date: 7/31/2022 12:59:00 AM

Congratulations on your well-deserved win

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 7/27/2022 6:18:00 PM

When is enough, enough? Some people have that need. A sickness? Nice writing Vijay. Linda

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 7/27/2022 2:13:00 PM

Hi Vijay I thoroughly enjoyed this poem as i find that the richer people are, and greedy for still more, the humanity in that person is almost zero, their ego insatiable The contented crowd are human beings. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Supraja Kannan

Date: 7/26/2022 6:29:00 AM

Wow... How beautiful... So many beautiful imagery and analogy... Loved the grand rhymes .. My fav for sure...

Joe Maverick

Date: 7/25/2022 11:52:00 PM

I can see a the George I am currently doing a Piece on in your lines Vijay. ' the emptiness Must drive such people on ? Just a while Though and they'll all be gone.' Only God Remains forever.'

Janice Canerdy

Date: 7/25/2022 5:21:00 PM

Vijay, you have so clearly and descriptively contrasted greedy, miserable, people who always want MORE with those who are satisfied and grateful for the little they have. Excellent! Janice

Mike Gentile

Date: 7/25/2022 10:22:00 AM

It's hard to understand the needs of a person such asyou have so deftly described in your poetic portrayal ! Vijay, as usual, you have decorated your theme with expert description! Good Luck!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:33:00 PM

Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks, Mike. Many thanks.

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 7/25/2022 8:14:00 AM

Lovely piece of great rhyme and flow Vijay, so very enjoyable indeed. Blessings, Gordon

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:32:00 PM

Glad you liked the poem, Gordon. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.

Michael Tor

Date: 7/24/2022 11:03:00 PM

Vijay to never be satisfied and wanting more, paints a larger picture of who this person is. Their Priorities of self aggrandizement, and selfish greed, will someday be worthless and futile. Their God is possessions. In the end they will travel through the wide path of damnation. Your entry is one that I would surmise to be up in placement my friend. We will see. God bless you...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:32:00 PM

Glad you stopped by with your insightful feedback my friend. Much appreciate your visit and comments, Michael--many thanks.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 7/24/2022 10:08:00 PM

Must a person never be satisfied that he always wants more? And at dead man's end what will he take wit him? Why can't we realize that dust we were and dust we'll end. An excellent poem on man's frailty. So well poetically written. Can't see this but an absolute winner.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:30:00 PM

You ask all the right questions, Victor. Greed is a big motivator for some. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks.

Valsa George

Date: 7/24/2022 7:05:00 PM

Greed and the desire to amass more and more makes a person eternally thirsting. Even if his cup is running over, he feels his mouth is parched. He can only see his cup overflowing, but cannot relish the contents ! There is 'not enough to satisfy his greed'..... ! This overriding avarice for wealth can land him in the pits of ruin. When one reads this beautiful poem written with great panache, one is reminded of the unworthiness of hoarding material wealth....! Win big dear friend !

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:29:00 PM

Much appreciate you taking the time to write such detailed, insightful remarks, Valsa. Your thoughts are always spot on. Many thanks, my friend.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 7/24/2022 6:54:00 PM

The title drew me in, but I wasn't expecting these thoughts within. So true, you reap what you sow. It is sad that many behave in this way. Your words are deep and powerful, Vijay. My best to you. ~ Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:27:00 PM

Always a joy to read your feedback, Brandy. Much appreciate your kind remarks--many thanks my friend.

Deb M

Date: 7/24/2022 5:29:00 PM

Vijay your poems never disappoint…. another exquisite one! Debx

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:26:00 PM

Thank you Deb. Much appreciate your visit and comments.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 7/24/2022 3:24:00 PM

Ooh, that first verse a dark take on the cup runneth over! Yes, his sins will find him and he pays the price. Well done, Vijay!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:26:00 PM

So true my friend--in the end the one must pay the price. Much appreciate your kind remarks, Kim. Many thanks.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 7/24/2022 12:16:00 PM

Well written Vijay, for many the full cup is not enough and they're never satisfied, why have one car when you can have five, but the good thing is, they're not taking it with them when their times up. Best of luck in the contest. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:24:00 PM

That's right Tom--in the end you can take it with you. Much appreciate your visit and kind feedback. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/24/2022 11:17:00 AM

I experience a sense of healing and amazement whenever I come across one of your newly published poems, Vijay. This beautiful poetry is not an exception to the rule. The key to finding fulfillment in life is not in amassing an excessive amount of wealth, but rather in acquiring just the right amount for one's needs. Because of your extensive vocabulary and the skillful way you weave the words together, your poetry is, without a doubt, the very finest that has ever been written today. WIN BIG

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:23:00 PM

You are right my friend--too much wealth is not a source of happiness. Much appreciate your detailed, insightful thoughts, Lasaad. Many thanks for your supportive comments, as always.

Heidi Sands

Date: 7/24/2022 8:22:00 AM

Great points in this well written poem Vijay! Excellent. I hope you have a nice day :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 7/25/2022 12:21:00 PM

Glad you liked the poem, Heidi. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks.