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Burning Candle

I am a candle made of wax. I may appear to be soft and fragile. My body shaped so perfectly with a sheen on my skin. But believe me, I have much more to offer. No less than a knight, an intense warrior by ! ..heart.. ~I have a~ fiery spirit that spreads the light of joy. I can kindle hope into.... fearful hearts by quelling the horrors of darkness. No matter how strong is the winds of misery that ....tries to fade me away. I flicker high with all my flaming strength. More I keep emitting my soulful light, my body melts into a pool of nothingness.... drop by drop. But I don't care, because I'm born to fight for the right till I die. Light against darkness is ....the battle, I strive for. So be the glorious death of martyrdom, I wish for. Color, shape, size and my brand does not makes me worthy for this world.... but what I do, I stand for makes me worthy enough. I burn and burn and burn. Passionately burning with ....compassion for others to serve my only purpose. And when I 'm done, there will be others in my place to keep the mission going on. Victory of light against darkness. Date : 12/27/2016 Note : For the contest (Concrete Crush) by FJ Thomas. *Placed Fifth*

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Speaks Volumes

Date: 8/31/2022 3:40:00 AM

This is a masterpiece. Likening a candle to warrior conquering darkness with its ever powerful flame of light. Truly a beautiful poem. It exudes inspiration, knowing that when its work is done there will come others to carry on. "Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that."

Afzal Nusker
Date: 8/31/2022 6:18:00 AM

Thanks a lot, Wendy.

Line Gauthier

Date: 10/28/2017 10:43:00 AM

BEAUTIFUL awesome poem with powerful emotions.

Afzal Nusker
Date: 10/28/2017 11:48:00 PM

Thank you very much, Line.

Kathleen Kroll

Date: 6/19/2017 8:52:00 AM

This is such a beautiful metaphor for life snd the shape adds to the majesty. I love the last lines which give much needed hope. I'm so glad to have found your poetry. Best, Kathy

Afzal Nusker
Date: 6/20/2017 4:12:00 AM

Thank you very much, Kathy.

Shilpa Chaganti

Date: 2/10/2017 6:08:00 PM

Truly heart touching and inspiring... Also loved the shape.. :) Hearty congratulations on your well deserved win, Afzal..

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/11/2017 12:24:00 AM

Thank you very much, Shilpa.

Paul Callus

Date: 2/5/2017 3:50:00 PM

I had no doubt this would do well in the contest, Afzal! Congratulations on a truly merited win. // paul

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/5/2017 10:13:00 PM

Thank you for such kind words, Paul.

Jan Allison

Date: 2/5/2017 1:27:00 PM

Beautifully formatted Afzal congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/5/2017 10:14:00 PM

Thank you, Jan.

Sandra Haight

Date: 2/3/2017 9:25:00 PM

I knew this poem would be on this short list of winners, Afzal! Back to congratulate you on your fine placement. Sandra

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/3/2017 9:56:00 PM

Thank you so much, Sandra.

Sunita U.D Palawon

Date: 2/3/2017 5:32:00 PM

Absolutely fantastic! WOW WOW WOW! Congrats. :)

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/3/2017 9:55:00 PM

Thank you so much, Sunita.

Eve Roper

Date: 2/3/2017 4:14:00 PM

Back to congratulate you, Afzal. Hugs

Afzal Nusker
Date: 2/3/2017 9:54:00 PM

Thank you, Eve.

Sandra Haight

Date: 1/15/2017 7:36:00 PM

Oh, what an amazing Concrete poem, Afzal, both visually and meaningfully! Well done. Looks like a winner to me! Best wishes. Sandra

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/15/2017 9:29:00 PM

Thank you very much, Sandra.

John Hamilton

Date: 1/11/2017 3:36:00 PM

Wonderful poem, visual and content, should do well in the contest.

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/11/2017 9:57:00 PM

Thank you very much, John.

Janis Thompson

Date: 1/8/2017 12:27:00 PM

This is great Afzal. I can't figure out shape poems but this looks like a winner. A 7 for me. Good luck.

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/9/2017 7:09:00 AM

Thank you so much, Janis.

Constance La France

Date: 1/6/2017 9:03:00 AM

Afzal, excellent concrete poem, not only the shape but your words, really quite outstanding, well done ~

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/7/2017 6:35:00 AM

Thank you very much, B.W.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/5/2017 1:14:00 PM

Excellent, Afzal! The content is great, and the shape beautiful in its apparent simplicity....I can tell that much work went into this. A top winner, in my eyes. Regards // paul

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/5/2017 9:25:00 PM

Thank you very much, Paul.

Eve Roper

Date: 1/3/2017 4:30:00 PM

Oh, Wow!!! Afzal, great shape, and fabulous message with your poem a winner already & a favorite :) Hugs Eve

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/3/2017 9:09:00 PM

Eve, thank you very much for being so kind & gracious:~) Huggss...Afzal

Freddie Robinson Jr.

Date: 1/3/2017 3:43:00 PM

Wow! Great poem, Afzal. The form and the message is outstanding. Beautiful image of light to match the beautiful soulful words. A7 poem no doubt. Love it. Love always, my brother warrior for right. Romantic Warrior

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/3/2017 9:07:00 PM

Thank you very much for your visit and such kind words, Freddie.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/1/2017 4:21:00 PM

this is one of the better ones I have seen. It is obvious you put a lot of thought and work into crafting this one with its great message for the new year, Afzal. Wonderful.

Afzal Nusker
Date: 1/2/2017 10:21:00 PM

Thank you very much for your thoughtful words, Andrea.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 12/28/2016 11:54:00 PM

This one is amazing, Afzal:) a 10 from me:) a winner in my eyes:) shine on:)

Afzal Nusker
Date: 12/29/2016 12:17:00 AM

Thank you very much, my dear friend, Jo.

Tim Smith

Date: 12/27/2016 2:29:00 PM

Wonderful visual you created here.

Afzal Nusker
Date: 12/27/2016 11:46:00 PM

Thank you, Tim.