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Alas, I Was Tricked By a Heartless Mirage

Hues I desired, soon abandoned my sky
As flashing thunder ignited fiery clouds
Dissipating orange glow evening sought
Turning wild winds into advancing storm

Having promised you a galaxy of stars
I stepped boldly to go where they are
But there was no moon to guide my path
As I waddled in floods pitch-blank dark

Birds had detoured to shelter and hide
Seeing ocean's ride in enormous tides
Scattering on earth a despicable plight
As upon a hill I saw a glimmer of light

Courage I found in wondrous thoughts
Knowing this was to be my only chance
Bracing the storm to go where you are
Waiting inside the tall red lighthouse

But when I made it there you were gone
Alas, I was tricked by a heartless mirage

June 11, 2018

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Valsa George

Date: 3/2/2022 8:22:00 AM

Braving the storm and adverse weather, you ventured out to join your love. Though the situation was never congenial, you had hope to guide your footsteps. But the result was heartbreaking. You were duped by a mirage ! In life, this happens often ! Imagination with a jolting pointer to reality. As ever so beautiful Vijay!

Angela Crabtree

Date: 1/22/2021 2:28:00 PM

Powerful and descriptive, Vijay. The ending got me. Hope you have a great night :)

Deb Radke

Date: 10/30/2018 1:47:00 PM

Another poem filled with imagery and pain. This draws you ever forward and hits you at the end. Wonderful writing. Deb

Vijay Pandit
Date: 10/30/2018 3:43:00 PM

Thank you Deb..so glad you took the time to read and post your thoughts.

Vladislav Raven

Date: 10/29/2018 10:22:00 AM

Hi Vijay, an excellent write my friend. Your words paint such wondrous imagery as they flow down the page of emotions song. Your talent shines again my friend. Lost in your words I find my peace. have a wonderful Monday. your friend always....Mike. A Fave.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 10/30/2018 3:44:00 PM

Thank you Mike ..I appreciate that you took the time to read and post your thoughts.

Gary Bateman

Date: 7/6/2018 9:25:00 AM

Hello Vijay, Very well-done my friend!! Passionately written with wondrous imagery. The ending couplet is perfect. A definite pleasure to read!! Best Always, Gary

Vijay Pandit
Date: 10/30/2018 3:45:00 PM

Thank you Gary..appreciate your visit and comments.

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 6/19/2018 4:37:00 AM

I wow your powerful adept to pen the intertwining state of human soul with that of nature.. A well portrayed imagery crafted by a masterful ink, soaring imagination and a generous heart of a poet! A great joy to read your beauties dear Vijay. Definitely a FAV. Thank you for sharing your gems! Keep shining and stay blessed.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/19/2018 6:43:00 AM

Thank you Besma..appreciate the detailed feedback..so kind, you are!

James Swartz

Date: 6/17/2018 7:47:00 AM

Great imagery Vijay. Nice touch at the end. Those darn mirages get me every time too.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/19/2018 6:41:00 AM

Thank you James.

Harry Horsman

Date: 6/14/2018 4:25:00 PM

Awesome poetry, love the twist at the end.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/19/2018 6:41:00 AM

Thank you Harry.

Eve Roper

Date: 6/13/2018 9:15:00 PM

Fabulous imagery.. Vijay,

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/14/2018 6:54:00 AM

Thank you Eve.

Silent One

Date: 6/13/2018 11:26:00 AM

You expressed this so well.. Great flow as always in your poem...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/14/2018 6:53:00 AM

Thank you Silent One.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/13/2018 3:55:00 AM

- Beautifully described ... a touching reading, Vijay - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/13/2018 7:28:00 AM

Always happy to read your kind words..many thanks Anne-Lise.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 6/13/2018 3:17:00 AM

Stormy verses, thunderous language, lightning conclusion! What a poem my friend, Vijay!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/13/2018 7:28:00 AM

Thank my friend, Demetrios--always happy to read your kind feedback.

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 6/13/2018 2:40:00 AM

Excellent. A great imagery and lovely flow of the poem. Well penned. Enjoyed reading it.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/13/2018 7:27:00 AM

Thank you Ravi...appreciate the kind words.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/12/2018 5:30:00 PM

a very nice one, Vijay. I like the descriptive way you tell your story here.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/13/2018 7:27:00 AM

Thank you Andrea. Appreciate the kind feedback.

Pandita Sietesantos

Date: 6/12/2018 3:43:00 PM

You are a master of the beautiful and the romantic! You have the awesome gift of drawing me in with your mastery of imagery and emotions! Hugs. Pandita

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/12/2018 4:38:00 PM

Always happy to read your supportive comments..many thanks Pandita for your kind feedback.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 6/12/2018 2:52:00 PM

vijay, nice to see you back with this fascinating and languid piece... greeat offering!..huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/12/2018 4:37:00 PM

Nice to be back..enjoyed reading your comments nette..many thanks.

Charlie Smith

Date: 6/12/2018 12:29:00 PM

A vivid mirage painted here Vijay, well done indeed...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/12/2018 4:36:00 PM

Thank you Charlie for your kind feedback.

Mike Gentile

Date: 6/12/2018 8:56:00 AM

But the quest for love will live on. Your romantic expression is always first rate, Vijay and lovely to read!!!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/12/2018 4:35:00 PM

Many thanks Mike..always appreciate your visit and kind words.

Maria Williams

Date: 6/12/2018 6:07:00 AM

What a wonderful build up, and then the heartless mirage let down. An emotive poem Vijay, saying it like only you can, well expressed my friend....Maria hugs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/12/2018 6:38:00 AM

Always happy to read your comments Maria..appreciate the kind feedback.