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Because I Live

“Not enjoyment, and not sorrow;
  Is our destined end or way;
  But to act, that each to-morrow
  Find us farther than today.”
A Psalm of Life, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow


Because I live, I am me, avid voice among the free,
Flexing freedom, defining contours of my dreams,
Ambling life’s prairies, rowing life’s eager streams,
Braving challenges, eying serene, hosting sublime,
Purposefully furthering life, with every tick of time.

Curious, conscious of the mortal world, I am aware,
Amplifying empathy, nurturing amiability, I care;
Not prone to seek hurdles, when faced I will dare
Maneuvering around the detours on life’s highway
So tomorrow would shine, upon my brumous day.

Witnessing travails faced, wishing for a fairer way,
Vying hope of rising dawn, exiting night of dismay,
Resembling urge of spring rooting in wintry decay,
Aspiring to a kinder world, short of goal, yet I wait,
To pluck fruits of morrow, negotiating course of fate.

April 12, 2023
Because I Live Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Mystic Rose Rose

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Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 8/5/2023 10:50:00 AM

Wonderful words of beauty and wisdom, with expressions that thrill and delight. An amazing poem, Vijay.

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 4/22/2023 3:45:00 AM

So much to relate to in your beautiful poem, Vijay: Your words are so uplifting and thoughtfully expressed. A FAV to me. SuZ

Joe Maverick

Date: 4/16/2023 11:03:00 AM

Such good content you have put out Here Vijay More power to your perception and talebt I venture great to read.'

Janice Canerdy

Date: 4/16/2023 5:59:00 AM

Vijay, your vividly descriptive, expressive poem contains great wisdom, some of which really resonates with me. Janice

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/15/2023 10:14:00 AM

Hope you got a win. Very well done, Vijay

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/15/2023 10:01:00 AM

Obviously you have written a profound poem filled with knowledge and wisdom, my friend, Vijay. Admirably done. Be blessed.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 4/15/2023 2:52:00 AM

I enjoyed reading your contest entry. Reads like a good contender to me way to go. It is very detailed and expressive. Sara

Bill Baker

Date: 4/14/2023 2:10:00 PM

Exquisite, imagery and descriptions, Vijay. An excellent entry for the contest, my friend. Good Luck! Have a great week! Bill

Mike Gentile

Date: 4/14/2023 5:44:00 AM

Vijay, what a great take on the theme! I love the last line especially !! With terrific composition, you conveyed your outlook on life in a poetically beautiful way!! Happy Friday!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/14/2023 6:51:00 AM

Glad you liked the poem, Mike. Much appreciate your visit and kind feedback. Many thanks.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/13/2023 5:38:00 PM

"Because I live, I am me, avid voice among the free." Such a beautiful thought, which holds so much truth. (Powerful indeed, if you think about it) Voices all over the world. Your thoughts are emotional, yet inspiring and uplifting, all at the same time. You've created another Masterpiece, Vijay. My best to you. :) Hugs, Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/14/2023 6:50:00 AM

Thank you friend for your kind remarks. Always a pleasure to read your comments. Many thanks, Brandy.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/13/2023 11:13:00 AM

A wonderful write. Love It. Good Luck. Have a blessed day writing away..............

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/14/2023 6:49:00 AM

Much appreciate, Paula--many thanks.

Joseph May

Date: 4/13/2023 8:39:00 AM

Well penned Vijay, best wishes

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/14/2023 6:48:00 AM

Thank you Joseph--much appreciate.

Valsa George

Date: 4/13/2023 2:47:00 AM

So lovely and meaningful. Enjoyed reading about your aspirations on life and your evaluation of the world. Profound and equally thought provoking . All the Best, dear Vijay.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:06:00 AM

So nice to hear that my friend. Much appreciate--many thanks, Valsa.

Daniel Turner

Date: 4/12/2023 7:43:00 PM

Powerful penning, Vijay. Always best to look at the bright side.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:06:00 AM

Thank you Daniel--much appreciate.

Heidi Sands

Date: 4/12/2023 3:31:00 PM

Oh wow, this is another Fave for me because I can really identify with what you wrote and it is also very inspiring and true. I love this Vijay. Thanks for sharing :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:05:00 AM

Glad you can relate to the theme my friend. Much appreciate your supportive feedback and your FAVE. Many heartfelt thanks, Heidi.

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/12/2023 12:56:00 PM

Vijay, you have every reason to be delighted with your poetry since you have created a really inspiring poem. Your depictions of life's path, with its limits, failures, and unexpected twists, as well as your endeavors to harvest the countless yields of the future, are truly magical. We should make the most of our time here on Earth and savor every beautiful moment. Good Luck

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:04:00 AM

Your thoughts are uplifting my friend. Much appreciate your detailed insights, as always, Lasaad. Many thanks.

Fin Chuuk

Date: 4/12/2023 9:52:00 AM

This is just so amazingly inspiring. I love it all. And another fave… I also live in the moment and hope for tomorrow ~ Fin

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:03:00 AM

I like your outlook on life my friend--live in the moment and hope of tomorrow. Much appreciate your kind feedback and your FAVE, fin. Heartfelt thanks for both.

Speaks Volumes

Date: 4/12/2023 8:33:00 AM

This is inspiring my friend. to seek a path of improvement for each tomorrow. Such a profound way to live. Your words as you describe the journey of life with its challenges, hurdles and detours, and to pluck the bountiful fruits of tomorrow, are shire magic. A beautiful poem Vijay, you must be proud.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:01:00 AM

So very kind of you Wendy! Much appreciate your kind thoughts and analysis, my friend. Many thanks.

Joe Dimino

Date: 4/12/2023 7:22:00 AM

Amazing how many takes on this wonderful theme by Vie: and each one so appropriate and perfect. Great read...I would be unable to decide a winner -- so many glorious entries! Another FAV! "Because I live, I am me, avid voice among the free, Flexing freedom, defining contours of my dreams, Ambling life’s prairies, rowing life’s eager streams, Braving challenges, eying serene, hosting sublime, Purposefully furthering life, with every tick of time." Splendid write!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/13/2023 8:00:00 AM

So nice to hear that from you my friend. Your insights are always valued. Much appreciate how you take the time to write detailed comments. Many thanks, Joe. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.