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Jan.21.2023
Awaking from Stupor Poetry Contest
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Awaking from Stupor- POTD

Like a rafter that broke under the weight it bore Like a pupa, wound hard in a tight bind, Like the torn pages of a book thrown into waste, I felt trapped and broken and my life seemed a hard grind. But when I discovered truths as life passed by, Learning lessons from the past, knowledge did bloom, Now wisdom imparts a discerning eye, Unveiling paths to break free from gloom. The scars of yesterday still may remain, But they need not cause us constant pain, For in the present, we have the power, To rise and create a life that is full of gain. I need to wake up from a state shadowed with doubts, And try to claw my way up the walls that hem me in. This desire I have like a compressed coil that can bounce Instantly leading me to a release and a triumphant win I pledge that I will use my remaining years, For the rejuvenation of my mind and soul, Instead of being tethered to my affliction, I will wake up from my stupor and pursue my goal. Thus, through uncertainty’s haze, I found clarity. Now I embrace the challenges, imbued with grace. In the depths of my mind, there is a beacon of serenity. And I grow more tranquil with every challenge I face.
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M  Avatar
January 25, 2024 at 10:20 AM
Congratulations lovely Valsa on POTD! Debx
One Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 11:59 AM
Congratulations on your placement dear Valsa....
Poet Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 6:38 AM
Dear Valsa, your poem adeptly portrays the changing process of ascending from burden and seclusion to achieving enlightenment and fortitude amid life's adversities. The initial feelings of conflict and confinement are effectively conveyed by employing evocative metaphors, such as the rafter collapsing under the weight, the pupa being trapped in a close bind, and the pages of a book being shredded. Hearty congrats on your certainly merited win.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 4:44 AM
Congratulations on the honor of POTD, Valsa!
Romios Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 12:21 AM
Magnificent, ny friend youbare a troe poetss. Congratulations to you.. Panagiota
George Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 5:35 AM
Thank you so much dear Panagiota. Glad to have received such an encouraging comment from you! Stay Blessed!
Nicole Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:09 PM
Dear Valsa, in life, doubt is like a dark cloud: it constantly covers your head, while draining your energy; and that leads to low self esteem. You're exactly right, my sweet friend, with age; comes wisdom. Learning to take it ' one day at a time, ' is the best way indeed. Through every challenge, you learn a little more, you become stronger. Your thoughts caress gently around me and my heart. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. Hugs, Brandy
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:33 PM
Brandy.... I have always enjoyed your lovely comments. You never make a comment for comments' sake, but try to understand the poem in depth and then make a detailed observation about it. Thanks a lot dear for your delightful observations....
Messina Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 3:02 PM
Nicely written, Valsa. Congratulations on POTD!
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:06 PM
Thank you so much dear Charlie !
One Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Congratulations on POTD
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:08 PM
Once again thanks dear Silent One....
Ray Choudhury Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 1:54 PM
Congratulations on your POTD, Dearest Valsa. Powerful, soulful, uplifting - as many of your poems are! I really get inspired with the positive messages your poems carry. I am in India right now, for two months...hope I am able to calm my mind with serenity from the valuable experiences of this travel.
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:11 PM
You are fortunate dear Mala to have chances for a change in life. Wish you a happy time in India ! Thanks a lot for your lovely comment!
Anaya Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 12:57 PM
"The scars of yesterday still remain, But they need not cause pain," with life's lessons you have carried it to the next level of awareness "torn pages of a book " --and with powerful metaphors. Congratulations on your POTD Valsa George! Excellent and well-deserved. Enjoy your day! Hugs~Anaya
Anaya Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 10:12 PM
Hi dear Valsa, it's the same for me! :)
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:14 PM
Hi Anaya, I always wish to read your poems.... but because of my busy schedule, unable to spend time on poetry soup. Thanks a lot dear for your delightful comment !
Wolf Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 12:34 PM
Wow. Good for you, growing more tranquil with every challenge you face. As for me, I grow more agitated with every challenge... Here's to serenity --- and POTD. Cheers, Gershon
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:17 PM
Dear Gershon, Thank you so much. I am training my mind to accept challenges with a tranquil mind, though not fully succeeded.
Goldsmith Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 10:15 AM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading this wonderful write again. Have a wonderful day/week writing away..............
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Thanks once again sweet friend for your lovely wishes and sweet encouragement !
Fowler Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 9:46 AM
Lovely write dear Valsa. So uplifting. Congratulations on POTD! :)
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:19 PM
Thank you so much dear Linda !
Baker Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 9:39 AM
A FAV for my list, Valsa. Your powerful and soulful poem certainly deserves this honor of POTD, my dear friend. Congratulations on your progression in your journey through life. It's obviously led you to wisdom and truth. Thanks for sharing a poem that shows a way to the peace we all seek in our earthly life. Enjoy your special day of recognition. Smiles, blessings, and hugs, Bill
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:24 PM
Thanks a lot dear Bill ! Another great thanks for honoring my poem by including it in your fave list. I always feel you are a gentleman. Stay Blessed....!
Roper Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. Hugs
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:20 PM
Thank you so much dear Eve !
Sands Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 6:22 AM
Excellent poem with determination. Inspiring and motivational. Congratulations for POTD :)
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:25 PM
Thanks a lot dear Heidi... Hope you are back to normal health
Calasibetta Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 5:40 AM
Congratulations on your POTD! I loved the line "instead of being tethered to my affliction"....so poignant, so true! Our perpetual habits that keep us on a treadmill going nowhere; beautifully expressed in rhyme. Paulette
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:27 PM
Hi dear Paulette, it's long since we have exchanged comments. Thanks for your sweet words of encouragement.
Allison Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 5:40 AM
what a thought provoking piece Valsa, many congrats on POTD:-) hugs Jan xx
George Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 11:39 PM
Wish you all the best in your creative endeavor.... dear Jan. Often through the setbacks of life , we discover ourselves. I started writing at a very late age when I got bedridden for a few months.
Allison Avatar
January 23, 2024 at 2:58 AM
Thanks for the lovely comment Valsa, to be honest I am holding back from posting my limericks (except for Tania's contest)as I am writing poems for my second book which is on my favourite subject of 'toilet humour' lol my first book 'a giggle a day can chase the blues away' (bawdy humour warning lol) has been a massive learning curve but it has spurred me on to write more as i know how much humour can be lacking in our lives. who would have thought a person who didn't like poetry at school could ever dream of publishing a book - my husband's cancer got me writing, it has changed my life for the better:-) Hugs jan xx
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:28 PM
Thanks a lot Jan for your comment. I must read some of your hilarious poems for a good laugh....
May Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 4:52 AM
Finding clarity through the haze, Congrats on POTD Valsa
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:36 PM
Thanks a lot dear Joseph for your encouragement. Have a great week ahead !
Rodgers Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 4:24 AM
Dear Valsa, Congratulations on being the Poet of the Day! Your poem is such a beautiful exploration of resilience and self-discovery. Seeing how you’ve used your words to depict the journey from struggle to serenity is inspiring. Enjoy your day! - Blessings, Daniel
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:39 PM
Daniel, I am so happy to have found you as a friend recently and had the opportunity to read a few of your poems. Thanks a lot for your analytical comment !
Kaufman Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 4:12 AM
Dear Poetess Valsa, Congratulations on this spiritually motivational poem, rich with metaphors and imagery. I have to fav it and think it should be the poem of the week, the month, the year, as it speaks of a change of heart and personal goals to make a difference with our precious time left here.
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:42 PM
Nancy, you have lifted me to cloud nine. Thanks a lot for your great observations. You have bestowed greater dimensions on my poem. I feel greatly encouraged and motivated. Stay Blessed dear !
Gentile Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 3:57 AM
What a poetically beautiful portrait of newly found wisdom Valsa! I aspire to reach a similar place! No wonder it is a POTD!! Congratulations!!!
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:04 PM
Hi Mike, thank you so much for your lovely words! I feel so delighted...
Mcintosh Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 3:42 AM
Lovely words. Enjoyed. Congrats on POTD. God bless you, love, Gina
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:03 PM
Thank you so much dear Gina !
Kitchin Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 3:32 AM
Valsa, wonderfully penned, congratulations on POTD.
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:02 PM
Tania, much gratitude to you dear !
Meadows Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 2:40 AM
Congratulations on your POTD. Well done
George Avatar
January 22, 2024 at 8:02 PM
Thank you so much dear Jeanette.....
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