Vijay Pandit Poet Free verse

A World Without Poetry

An empty look of sadness
That never bears a smile,
A malnourished mind
Aching to utter its voice,
A baby’s cry missing
The sweet tune of lullaby.

A dark moonless night
Reminiscing of shining stars,
A pensive gloomy dawn
Rising on sunless sky
Yearning lift of marigold arc
Sprinkled in magenta.	

A spring lacking flowers,
Autumn bereft of fall colors,
A winter wishing for snow,
A river that does not flow;

A barren desert longing for
Glimpse of a cactus flower.

A concert deprived of music,
Dissonance of broken guitar strings,
Ballet dance lacking pizzazz,
A song of disheartened lyrics.

A world without poetry--
A curtain closed on art,
Vacant, parched existence
Staring blank pages,
Thirsty for life’s meaning.

January 22, 2020
Placed 1st: If there was no poetry contest
Sponsor: Silent One
Placed 1st: Strand choice 7 contest by Brian Strand
Placed 2nd: Your Best Poem 2020 Contest by John Hamilton

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Eve Roper May 1, 2022 at 12:54 PM Congratulations on a wonderful write for Beata’s contest. Blessings to you

Christuraj Alex April 29, 2022 at 7:57 PM Yeah. Cannot imagine. Congratulations!

Beata Agustin April 29, 2022 at 8:11 AM Congrats! Thanks for your participation, making this poetic occasion jubilant. Belated Poetry Day, dear poet. God bless you.

Line Gauthier January 17, 2021 at 5:44 PM Beautiful poem, Vijay ~ glad to see it in the 2020 PS Anthology

Angela Crabtree October 20, 2020 at 1:03 PM I couldn't even imagine a world without these things, Vijay. Especially Poetry! Excellent writing with a lot to take in. :)

Aditi Mishra May 23, 2020 at 6:53 PM Wow! This is one of your best poems for me too Vijay. Beautifully portrayed the imagery of a world without poetry. Such a creative idea. I am so glad I read this and for the placement. God bless you :)

John Hamilton May 23, 2020 at 1:06 PM Congrats on a wonderful write Vijay, a shared 2nd place, so many great writes this time, thanks for this beautiful entry!! Vijay Pandit May 23, 2020 at 1:26 PM Thank you John--much appreciate your kind remarks.

Lawrence Strauss February 20, 2020 at 9:53 PM Good work, Mr Pandit. Reminds me of the so-called purposelessness of art. A well-told argument for its utility. Thank you Vijay Pandit February 21, 2020 at 3:54 PM Much appreciate your kind feedback Lawrence--many many thanks.

Ernilando Tugaff February 16, 2020 at 11:48 PM Vijay, a world without poetry is a world without smile, a night without silvery moon, a sky without stars. Well crafted masterpiece. TY for sharing your thought in the world of poetry. Ernilando Vijay Pandit February 17, 2020 at 7:24 AM Much appreciate the kind remarks, Ernilando--many thanks.

Quoth Theraven February 16, 2020 at 6:11 PM Vijay, There's the inspiration needed today. Found in your poem 'A world without poetry'. 'A spring lacking flowers, Autumn bereft of fall colors, A winter wishing for snow, A river that does not flow;' That we'll do nicely, truly inspired. -Richard Vijay Pandit February 17, 2020 at 7:23 AM That is very kind of you Richard--much appreciate--many thanks.

Connie Marcum Wong February 16, 2020 at 3:54 PM This is exceptional Vijay! You touch on so many things that make poetry an art, that makes us live in a beautiful world. Congratulations on your first place in both contests, and on being at the top of the best new poems list! Let me add my Fave to the list of admirers! xxoo Vijay Pandit February 17, 2020 at 7:22 AM Much appreciate the kind remarks, Connie--many thanks. And a special thank you for the FAVE.

Ann Gilmour February 16, 2020 at 5:47 AM Returning with more congratulations Vijay for your poem is now top of the 100 best poems, which is where it should be my friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Vijay Pandit February 16, 2020 at 7:27 AM Thank you my friend for your return visit --much appreciate, as always, Ann.

John Fleming February 16, 2020 at 12:50 AM A splendid piece of writing, Vijay. Enjoyed! My very best regards. :) john Vijay Pandit February 16, 2020 at 7:26 AM Thank you John--much appreciate.

Robertina B. February 15, 2020 at 1:31 PM A belated congratulations on your win, Vijay.. An exquisite masterpiece you created.. Every line is Splendid and so true, my friend.. A world without poetry indeed is gloomy.. Really enjoyed this gem!! Have a blessed day! Vijay Pandit February 16, 2020 at 7:26 AM Much appreciate your kind remarks Robertina--many thanks.

Alexis Y. February 13, 2020 at 6:49 PM WoW! Vijay, I don’t know how I missed this well written and amazing write! Each line and stanza were so poetic. A world without poetry, would be everything you wrote and much more! Congratulations on your top wins in both contests, and for being number two on the Best New poems list. You deserved all the accolades my friend. Have a wonderful evening:-) Alexis Vijay Pandit February 16, 2020 at 7:25 AM Thank you Alexis--much appreciate your lovely feedback.

Brenda Chiri January 27, 2020 at 2:47 PM Vijay well deserved top win my friend!;) Vijay Pandit January 27, 2020 at 4:16 PM Thank you my friend--much appreciate your comments, Brenda.

John Hamilton January 27, 2020 at 10:52 AM What an amazing poem Vijay, glad to see this one recognized with a great win in Silents contest! Vijay Pandit January 27, 2020 at 4:16 PM Thrilled to read your comments, John--much appreciate--many thanks.

Hello There January 26, 2020 at 11:31 PM That last line sums it up so well... An amazing and compelling piece, Vijay. A well-deserved win ~ Congratulations :) Vijay Pandit January 27, 2020 at 7:20 AM Appreciate the kind remarks--many thanks, HT.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 26, 2020 at 8:33 AM - Congratulations on your great winning poem in S.O. contest, Vijay :) - Have a lovely Sunday :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Vijay Pandit January 26, 2020 at 11:27 AM Thank you Anne-Lise--much appreciate.

Ilene Bauer January 26, 2020 at 8:27 AM Beautifully expressed, Vijay! Congrats on your win.., Vijay Pandit January 26, 2020 at 11:26 AM Much appreciate Ilene--many thanks.

Charles Messina January 26, 2020 at 7:58 AM So well expressed...a great piece, Vijay. Congrats on your win! Charlie Vijay Pandit January 26, 2020 at 11:26 AM Thank you Charles--much appreciate.

Ann Gilmour January 26, 2020 at 5:39 AM Back dear Vijay, with many congratulations on your top place win. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Vijay Pandit January 26, 2020 at 11:26 AM Much appreciate Ann--many thanks.

Silent One January 26, 2020 at 5:19 AM You described it perfectly and poetically.. agree with everything you said.. Great choice for the contest.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest.. Vijay Pandit January 26, 2020 at 11:25 AM Thank SO--much appreciate.

Ann Gilmour January 25, 2020 at 7:15 AM After reading your wonderful poetry Vijay I came out with the same words as Jenish OMG! Your talent is exquisite and for a world without your poems, well ... I am sure you will get a top placement in the contest Vijay, it's a Fav for me dear friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Vijay Pandit January 25, 2020 at 9:33 AM That is so very kind of you Ann--much appreciate the vote of confidence--many many thanks. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.

Jenish Somadas January 25, 2020 at 6:48 AM Ohh my God..Now I know poet is not a small fish..He is the one who is making this world happy..Wonderful thoughts in beautiful words..Great entry in the contest.. Good luck Vijay.. Vijay Pandit January 25, 2020 at 9:31 AM Thank you Jenish--much appreciate.

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