A Whimsical Dream Comes Alive

Dozing on a hammock
strung between two towering palms
with the sky above- 
color washed in turquoise blue
and the waters below
reflecting that heavenly hue,
you came to me causing ripples
of joy, sailing in a whimsical dream
like the strains of a symphony
churning out endless vibrations
in my solitary heart

you showed up
all too sudden
like a rainbow on my vacant sky
after a cloud burst of cloistered grief
to blaze it with iridescent shades 

Your smile
embalmed my bruised spirit
with the coolness of a  summer drizzle
falling, like manna
over starved Israelites
in their arduous odyssey
through blistering sands

Your passionate breath,
spewed on my face
bore the scent of opening buds
in the mazy tangle of wild creepers
growing dense in nearby woods.

Your amorous whispers
fell in my ears 
with the sweetness of the melody
from *Krishna’s flute
with Radha near ,love sick
her lips curled in an immaculate smile.

Your soft footsteps
like the jingle of a court dancer
echoed in the silence of my soul
with a hundred evocations

As the jingles 
came nearer in synchronizing rhythm
I held out my arms
to clasp you in tight embrace
and reel you in frenzied jig

But you vanished,
vanished, 
with the swiftness
of bubbles rising and breaking
in a beer glass,
leaving me to my desolate zone

The sky overhead had changed
into another shade

Still I lay in mid air,
with my eyes sealed tight
to re-live that whimsical dream
once again!

*According to Hindu Scriptures, Radha and Krishna were so devoted to each other that their romance remains a love legend of all times. Radha would fly into a state of ecstasy with the songs flowing through Krishna's flute….. 

'W' New Poems Poetry Contest- Whimsical
Sponsor- Constance La France

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Date: 11/29/2021 2:15:00 PM
Valsa, congratulations on the Honorable Mention in my "W" New Poems Contest ~ love and serenity _Constance
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Date: 11/26/2021 5:54:00 AM
Dear Valsa, Radha-Krishna love-story is the most romantic of all times. You have portrayed the emotions with stunning images and metaphors. "Your smile embalmed my bruised spirit with the coolness of a summer drizzle" - these lines serenade me away to the eternal world of romantic love. I am truly honoured with your double congratulations. Warm wishes ~ Mala
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Valsa George
Date: 11/26/2021 7:32:00 AM
Thank you so much Malabika for your reading of my poem and the lovely comment ! I feel very much encouraged by these lovely words of appreciation from a gifted poet. Warmest Regards~
Date: 11/25/2021 6:17:00 PM
This fantastical tale of romance is so well put-together, Valsa. Great poem! ~ Romeo, to some (lol)
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Valsa George
Date: 11/25/2021 9:24:00 PM
This tale of romance, I dedicate to all potential Romeos.... ! (lol) Thank you much Gershon !
Date: 11/25/2021 1:19:00 PM
Your well woven tale of a dream romance is enchanting and delightful, Valsa. Kindest regards, Evelyn
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Valsa George
Date: 11/25/2021 9:21:00 PM
Thank you very much Evelyn ! You are so encouraging, sweet friend !
Date: 11/25/2021 4:35:00 AM
Beautiful imagery in this romantic story dazzling in metaphors. Your opening stanza sets the scene of a dream that dwells in ecstasy. Win BIG, Valsa.
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Valsa George
Date: 11/25/2021 9:20:00 PM
To be able to participate in contests like this, I feel, is a blessing ! Winning or losing is not of much significance. To be able to contest with first rate poets itself is something. Thanks a lot dear friend !
Date: 11/25/2021 12:53:00 AM
Wonderful entry for the contest. So much imagery abound in this romantic poem. Best for a win. ~~
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Date: 11/25/2021 9:16:00 PM
Happy for your comment. Much grateful Victor ! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving Day !
Date: 11/24/2021 9:59:00 PM
Brilliant write Valsa, with very meticulously chosen words with exquisite metaphors! Best wishes for the contest... Hugs
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Date: 11/25/2021 12:27:00 AM
Thank you very much Silpika for your beautiful comment ! Glad you visited my page !
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