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Almost Xanadu

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June 25, 2023
Placed 1st: Pick-A-Title, Vol 37-Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh

Beyond boundaries, beyond humdrum of human race, Beyond provinces mundane, among mysteries of space, There is a realm of thriving wonderment, an idyllic place, A place of peace and goodwill, hosting heavenly grace, Where pavements glittering gold beautify every street Surrounding ornate, walled, mega-mansions of elite, Where people garbed in fabled attire gather and greet Grooving to exotic melodies, extolling tempo upbeat, Echoing sounds of mirth celebrating Shangri-La aglow Reveling on prairies and streams, glinting angelic glow, On pristine banks of paradise where rivers of elixir flow Blossoming beauty of Eden, gardens utopian bestow. There we meet, relishing dreams, musing in our fairy-tale, Beyond drudgery, beyond worries, beyond mortal pain, Lauding courtesies of nirvana fantasies mythical unveil Elated in enchantment of exhilarating, paradisal domain, Ecstatic of your fervid stance, inviting fervor of romance, Caressing embrace of love holding me close to your heart Proffering gestures esoteric in seductive tease of glance Synchronizing beats-melodic, passions euphoric impart.

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Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 9/27/2023 2:04:00 PM

Xanadu...you described it beautifully. We all have our Xanadus, our moments filled with paradise. I appreciate your rhyme scheme and structure. Well done.

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 8/14/2023 3:21:00 PM

Such a beautifully crafted piece Vijay. Every line takes me to that enchanted place. Beautiful imagery my staunch friend :)

Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/1/2023 1:03:00 PM

Congratulations on your win Vijay! Which awesome image to highlight is a true dilemma at the highest level! You have so wonderfully captured the spirit and essence of this paradise. What a joy to read this exquisite write! Blessings.

Valsa George

Date: 7/22/2023 9:30:00 PM

Congratulations Vijay on your well deserved first place win for your beautiful poem.

Debjani Mitra

Date: 7/22/2023 8:48:00 AM

Romance crafted in your words, seems each time a new avatar. What a WRITE. Mesmerizing

Edward Ibeh

Date: 7/22/2023 6:31:00 AM

Heartiest congratulations on your top win in my contest with this exceptional poem, Vijay:-) I loved it. It's fraught with striking imagery!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 7/22/2023 6:04:00 AM

"There we meet, relishing dreams, musing in our fairy-tale, Beyond drudgery, beyond worries, beyond mortal pain" - romantically Xanadu. Congratulations!

The Situation

Date: 7/12/2023 5:39:00 PM

You are magic with big words. It's impressive. I only try those words every once in a while. And at least your mindful of rhyming as poetry should be.

Michael Tor

Date: 7/2/2023 3:25:00 PM

Such tender passion in your words Vijay. Tactfully and cleverly chosen by you. Excellence in describing... Thank you for sharing my friend...

Joanna Daniel

Date: 7/2/2023 7:45:00 AM

Perfectly described, Vijay:)

John Loving Iii

Date: 6/27/2023 4:16:00 PM

A paradise instead of Eden I guess would be Xanadu.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 6/26/2023 4:45:00 PM

My heart rejoices knowing that, "there is a realm, a place of peace; wonderment and heavenly grace." Reserved for the faithful. This is beautiful, uplifting and spiritual, all at the same time. Your thoughts caress softly around me and my heart. My best to you, Vijay. :) Hugs, Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/27/2023 5:31:00 AM

Always a delight to read your comments, my friend. Much appreciate your insights, Brandy. Many thanks, as always. Hugs to you as well.

Bill Baker

Date: 6/26/2023 2:38:00 PM

You're on a roll, Vijay. I'm putting this one on my FAV list too. Your imagery was exquisite and the rhymes were smooth and flowing. Your poem lets the reader experience such a heavenly place and I could feel the joy within. Thanks for sharing your lovely thoughts with us through your poetry. Good luck in the contest! A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/27/2023 5:30:00 AM

You are so very kind, my friend. Always delighted to read your insightful comments, Bill. Many thanks. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.

Sally Eslinger

Date: 6/26/2023 9:22:00 AM

Vjay, i fing you in this superb poem, describing paradise in its deserved magnifigance, but was impressed that you didn’t overdo it in any line. Quite a feat IMHO! Wonder of a write! Sincerely, sally

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 1:01:00 PM

Delighted to read your glowing feedback, Sally. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.

Heidi Sands

Date: 6/25/2023 4:00:00 PM

A beautiful place you have taken us to with this outstanding writing Vijay. I love the 3rd stanza. Your vocabulary is superb throughout as it highlights your poems. Your are gifted. Have a nice evening my friend :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:59:00 PM

So special to hear that from you, my friend. Always a joy when you visit. Much appreciate. Many thanks, Heidi.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/25/2023 2:54:00 PM

lots of really great imagery here, Vijay. Sure to please the sponsor of this contest. Thanks for your sweet words on my recent poetry

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:58:00 PM

Much appreciate your visit and comments, Andrea. Many thanks. Glad you appreciated my feedback on your poem.

M. L. Kiser

Date: 6/25/2023 1:12:00 PM

Ahh...this would indeed be a paradise; well penned and very pleasant to read.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:57:00 PM

Much appreciate, MLK. Many thanks for your visit and kind feedback.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 6/25/2023 1:06:00 PM

- What a wonderful place you have described, Vijay - Love it :) - hugs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:56:00 PM

Glad t hear that, Anne-Lise. Much appreciate--many thanks.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 6/25/2023 11:37:00 AM

Wonderful lines, which transport one to another realm of romance and beautiful scenes. A great work, Vijay.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:55:00 PM

So nice to hear that, Evelyn. Much appreciate your insights. Many thanks.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 6/25/2023 8:54:00 AM

Hi Vijay, I feel you have taken me to some famous perfect Utopia. One cannot but admire your vocabulary, your perfect rhymes and your great imagery.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:55:00 PM

That is so special to hear from you, Victor. Many thanks for your kind remarks.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 6/25/2023 7:58:00 AM

who wouldn't want to live in such a place Vijay, fortunate for us we have our imagination our hearts our souls and our minds, not excluding our creative poetic ways lol, Love you overflow of beauty here, congrats, :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:54:00 PM

Much appreciate your visit and wonderful comments, Vienna. Many thanks.

Valsa George

Date: 6/25/2023 5:17:00 AM

Hi Vijay, this is more than a Paradise, a place of sheer beauty and bliss. I am hypnotised by the beaty of this celestial realm. What an exotic rendezvous for the lovers to meet ! Only you can create such a magnificent place. All the Best!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:53:00 PM

Glad you liked the poem, Valsa. Always special to read your kind insights. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/25/2023 4:18:00 AM

Oh, Vijay, your poem is a work of art! Your mastery of rhyme captivates the reader and draws them into your exploration of Xanadu. Your words bring to life a world of wonder, where the streets are lined with gold and grand mansions house the elite. It is a place where dreams are realized and worries are forgotten, a realm beyond the mundane and the mortal. Your poem is truly enchanting.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:52:00 PM

Your glowing remarks are always a joy to read. Much appreciate you taking the time to offer detailed insights, Lasaad. Many thanks my friend.

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 6/25/2023 4:17:00 AM

Lovely words, hypnotic... beautiful expressions of light. God bless you with a win. Love, Gina

Vijay Pandit
Date: 6/26/2023 12:50:00 PM

Much appreciate your kind thoughts, Gina. Many thanks.