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April 25, 2024
Placed 1st: Confidence, Clean Air, Confluence, Clash of Civilizations Poetry Contest
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Confidence

Quote: Know your value. Confidence breeds success. Act like the person you want to become, and people will start seeing you as that person.
Mark M Ford
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Those who embrace, avid ambitions of heart,
To them shall the reigns of future belong;
From charted path of passion, they never part
For earnest is the promise treasured for long.

O, how they strive, aiming for heavenly skies,
Flexing audaciously to conquer higher highs,
Fixated on life’s goals with purposeful eyes,
Focused mindfully, primed to win the prize.

On might of confidence when achievers roar,
On strength of willpower their dreams soar
Employing fortitude resolutely brought to fore,
Sailing to shores, dreamt in travails of yore.

Glumness they defy of shroud and sorrow,
Planting seeds of hope in despair of woes,
Aspiring bright horizons on dawns of morrow
Overcoming hapless shadows cast in throes.

O, the doers and believers instinctively know,
Hurdled with failures is the road to success,
As they drive dreary nights to mornings aglow,
Fueled by aspirations, dreams revered possess.
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Lamoureux Avatar
May 7, 2024 at 9:04 AM
Much to ponder here. I enjoyed your poem.
Rodrigues Avatar
May 5, 2024 at 4:19 AM
Back with congratulations, dear Vijay! Hugs ~ Kim
Poet Avatar
May 4, 2024 at 6:01 PM
The strength of will, drive, and persistence in accomplishing objectives and overcoming challenges is the theme of this amazing poem. Your points about people with lofty aspirations and the admiration for their tenacity, perseverance, and capacity to overcome obstacles in pursuit of their aims were spot on. Well done on your top win! .
Empress Avatar
May 3, 2024 at 5:21 AM
Wow dear Vijay! How did i not see this before! And how do you rhyme like this so effortlessly and in such a captivating manner everytime! This poem speaks volumes and is soulfully moving and so powerful! Every word woven in this is beyond impeccable! I absolutely love it! Especially “ O, the doers and believers instinctively know, Hurdled with failures is the road to success, As they drive dreary nights to mornings aglow, Fueled by aspirations, dreams revered possess.“ so comforting and upliftin. A fave this is for me
Beaufort Avatar
April 30, 2024 at 10:47 AM
Vijay, this has something in common with your poem, "Blame." Success does require some determination and some salesmanship. And let's not forget that there's and element of luck in all of it! Sometimes the environment works against us...but sometimes the stars seem to align.
One Avatar
April 30, 2024 at 10:29 AM
An excellent poem for the contest.. Best of luck..
Sands Avatar
April 29, 2024 at 1:20 PM
Wow! This so so good. A feve for me. Well written, my friend ! :)
M  Avatar
April 29, 2024 at 12:53 PM
Words of wisdom Vijay! A little confidence goes a long way….great poem!! Debx
May Avatar
April 27, 2024 at 6:40 PM
Confidence leads to paths of success, Well penned Vijay
Dietrich Avatar
April 27, 2024 at 12:40 PM
What a great poem on confidence. So well written, Vijay
DiMino Avatar
April 27, 2024 at 4:33 AM
"Flexing audaciously to conquer higher highs, Fixated on life’s goals with purposeful eyes, Focused mindfully, primed to win the prize." -- "Sailing to shores, dreamt in travails...." -- lovely, inspiring poetry, truth; we are what we dream and will through mind having heart~ with the blessings of God, Father/Mother of dreams and Heart. Great read to start my day! Blessings.
Rodrigues Avatar
April 27, 2024 at 4:26 AM
Yes, you must plant a seed in order to achieve a dream! … To them shall the reigns of future belong… Fixated on life’s goals with purposeful eyes… Hurdled with failures is the road to success, As they drive dreary nights to mornings aglow…Very well said, dear Vijay!
Kendrick Avatar
April 27, 2024 at 3:49 AM
Great topic upon which you decided to write. Usually, success in life comes from setting goals and sticking to them. Much can be accomplished if a person does that. Thanks for sharing this one with us. Mark Ford was a very intelligent man in that he made that statement. Sometimes in life things happen to destroy a person's confidence that is totally outside of themself. It is not easy rebuilding what was lost again. Thanks for sharing. Sara K
Nuwas Avatar
April 26, 2024 at 9:15 PM
Wise words and lovely poetry, Aysha
Nicole Avatar
April 26, 2024 at 8:47 PM
To begin with, I like this quote for so many reasons. Also, ' those focused on bright horizons and seeds of hope, ' truly see things with pure confidence. Your thoughts are beautiful, tender and uplifting; all at the same time. My best to you, Vijay. :) Hugs, Brandy
Sands Avatar
April 26, 2024 at 9:09 AM
Oh, this is great! I love it. Well written Vijay. A Fave for me. I hope many read thus:)
Buhagiar Avatar
April 26, 2024 at 2:16 AM
This seems to me to be written in iambic pentameter. Great rhymes and imagery. To have confidence in one's dreams is necessary for success. Hopefully they take the righteous path.
Buehler Avatar
April 25, 2024 at 9:04 PM
This poem, filled with beautiful images and expressions, contains such an empowering, inspiring message of having the courage to follow your dreams. This is a fave for me. :)
Goldsmith Avatar
April 25, 2024 at 12:29 PM
Your "Confidence" is a powerful write/quote. Love It... "Good Luck" Have a blessed day writing away................
Narain Avatar
April 25, 2024 at 10:51 AM
Loved your poem on Confidence. A true reflection on the power of confidence. Well penned.
Rodgers Avatar
April 25, 2024 at 9:43 AM
Hello Vijay, What a testament to the transformative power of confidence and perseverance. It eloquently captures the essence of ambition and determination, creating a portrait of those who dare to dream and relentlessly pursue their goals. I love how Your words inspire resilience and hope, that even in the face of adversity, belief in oneself can pave the way to success. - Blessings, Daniel
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April 25, 2024 at 9:35 AM
So true! Nicely penned, Vijay!
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