A Painting On Curved Glass

My view from the balcony paints the sky cobalt blue
Unaware of the maple tree that ferociously swings 
Quivering its shadows at the behest of gusty winds 
As fluttering green leaves filter gilded rays through

As clouds move in, evening calls out the golden sun
For forfeiting its reign of the vibrant orange horizon
When pitter-patter's heard in blooming rose garden
Emanating petrichor from fragrance of summer fun

When the fleeting storm moves on it's all over soon 
As faded light emerges from somber eyes of dark 
The sky now resembles a painting on curved glass--
Periwinkle on tangerine runes enticing bashful moon

June 1, 2018
Placed 3rd: Standard contest 400 by Brian Strand
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George Avatar
January 13, 2022 at 3:46 AM
You are a Wordsmith ! A windy evening and the shadows of a maple tree have aroused in you such picturesque visions that those who read this poem see a painting etched in curved glass....
Crabtree Avatar
December 9, 2020 at 5:11 PM
A beautiful write, Vijay. My favorite line. "The sky now resembles a painting on curved glass" :)
Vangaveti Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 12:28 PM
Where do these words come from Vijay??? Excellent!!!! Congratulations on your win :)
Pandit Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 2:37 PM
These words came from the view..from my balcony. Much appreciate your kind remarks..many thanks, Swetha.
Callus Avatar
June 8, 2019 at 8:26 AM
Your colourful imagery is captivating, Vijay. Congratulations on your contest win.Regards // paul
Pandit Avatar
June 10, 2019 at 8:21 AM
Thank you Paul.
Messina Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 11:17 PM
Wonderful imagery to this very well written poem, Vijay. Terrific write my friend! ~Charlie
Pandit Avatar
June 7, 2019 at 2:56 PM
Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks, Charles--many thanks.
Kannan Avatar
June 6, 2019 at 7:48 AM
Wow!!! So beautiful, Vijay... Lovely imagery... Such a beautiful scene and I could see that through your words... Thanks for sharing this wonderful poetry... Congratulations on your well deserved win...
Pandit Avatar
June 7, 2019 at 2:55 PM
Much appreciate your visit and comments, Supraja..many thanks.
Nicole Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 10:27 PM
Congratulations Vijay, on this win! Your words paint a smile upon my face. :) Brandy
Pandit Avatar
June 7, 2019 at 2:55 PM
Thanks for the return visit..much appreciate, Brandy--many thanks.
Sharp Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 10:35 AM
Outstanding imagery is always one of your strong suits, Vijay, this piece has it in buckets.
Pandit Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 3:06 PM
Thank you my friend..much appreciate.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 9:46 AM
One of your best, my dear friend! So lovely!
Pandit Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 3:06 PM
Much appreciate the kind feedback, Kim--many thanks.
Allison Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 7:18 AM
absolutely exquisite imagery and I adore your use of colour Vijay, I'd have given this a top place!!!:-) hugs Jan xx
Pandit Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 3:05 PM
Thank you Jan..so appreciate your visit and comments..you are very kind.
Sergi Avatar
June 4, 2019 at 4:24 PM
Your poem painted a beautiful scene with the aid of Nature, My compliments, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
June 5, 2019 at 7:07 AM
Much appreciate Ralph..many thanks.
Barry-Nishanian Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 8:02 PM
reign of the vibrant orange horizon... orange reigns in Queenly fashion...your use of color i enjoy...congrats!
Pandit Avatar
June 4, 2019 at 7:46 AM
Much appreciate your visit and comments, Barbara..many thanks.
Trifiatis Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 10:01 AM
Phantasmagorical painting that puts Rebrand to shame my friend, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
June 4, 2019 at 7:45 AM
Thank you my friend..appreciate your visit and comments, as always.
Beilschmidt Sr. Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 7:22 AM
So rich in imagery.
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 8:03 AM
Much appreciate Allen..many thanks.
May Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 8:59 PM
Beautifully written Vijay...Love the ending lines..
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 8:02 AM
Thank you Joseph for the visit and comments..many thanks.
Rose  Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 6:20 PM
The sky now resembles a painting on curved glass-- your lines are getting more and more original. It doesn't get better then this xo
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2019 at 8:02 AM
Much appreciate Pixie..many thanks.
One Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 7:20 AM
Love the colours in this one Vijay.. You really did paint a picture with your words..
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:57 PM
You are so very kind, SO--much appreciate..many thanks.
Gentile Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 6:44 AM
Your vivid imagery never disappoints Vijay!! I can so easily visualize the incredible skies that you see. Beautiful!! Happy Sunday !
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:56 PM
Happy Sunday to you as well, Mike. Haven't seen much of your work lately. Much appreciate the kind feedback..many thanks.
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 12:19 AM
Winds, rains, storms, to let us know of its contrast would be--nice Vijay, Aloha William
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:54 PM
Much appreciate William..many thanks.
Nicole Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 10:32 PM
Nature splashes color upon everything. It's beautiful and found in all seasons. I love the kaleidoscope of moments you allow to drip from your golden pen. :) A Favorite for me. ~ Brandy
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:54 PM
You are right--so much color and beauty in nature..appreciate the kind remarks..many thanks, Brandy. And a special thank you for the FAV.
Canerdy Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 8:15 PM
Absolutely heavenly, Vijay! Janice
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:52 PM
Thank you for the kind remarks..appreciate as always, Janice.
Romios Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 7:18 PM
This is wonderful beyond mere words. I am speechless, Vitay Panagiota xoxo
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:52 PM
You are so very kind..much appreciate Panagiota..many thanks.
Marcum Wong Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 6:05 PM
Oh my Vijay...this is just exquisite and is sure to be a top winner in the contest! Your imagery pops out in glorious colors! Congratulations with your podium win in Brian's contest. I loved this beauty! : ) xxoo
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:51 PM
So kind of you Connie! Always happy to read your feedback..much appreciate..many thanks.
Onclaud Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 4:26 PM
vibrant words painted on a lovely sky-canvas, vijay...i enjoyed this one!...huggs
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:50 PM
Much appreciate, Nette..many thanks.
Andresen Avatar
June 1, 2019 at 3:14 PM
- Gorgeous views, Vijay ... a wonderful title ... "A painting on curved glass" a firework of colors ... beautiful :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2019 at 4:49 PM
Thank you Anne-Lise..always enjoy reading your thoughts..much appreciate.
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