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Deprived Of Your Love Poetry Contest

Sponsored by Anoucheka Gangabissoon

4.27.25

There is a fine line between comedy and tragedy,

STOP while you can—Poetess

I can’t rid of the bags under my eyes The crowfeet despise, all were lies, Conjured was an illusion of you Throughout my groping confusion evasive, flimsy A-m-o-r-p-h-i-c, innuendos I was subjected to your derision dissing me relentlessly deriding my appearance, disparaging my intellect as I stumbled and fell into the abyss Mocking doesn’t suit my countenance My lips desert dry, thirsty, parched An amazon no longer beats its drum My buoyant nature now laden with coarsened shroud Leaving a cardboard moon deprived of its shine Stars like candles blown out one by one No use waiting for the rising Sun The end of world does come, stopped spinning neath heavy ebon clouds Expectations unreal All zeal gone, listless is my spirit along with my illumination Now you see me unmasked in raw anguish I d r o o p jowls hang from endless torment endured like the drenched and cold, wounded hawk taken flight, eagle-eyed, a warrioress more determined and bold, traveling on with unlimited range and self-esteemed This bird, you c a n n o t c h a n g e

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Deb M

Date: 4/30/2025 12:10:00 PM

Belated Congrats Anaya on POTD….Debx

I Am Anaya

Date: 4/29/2025 10:25:00 PM

Thank you all, for the generous accolades, and especially to David K...Tyvm for the soupmailed congratulations, so sorry to hear you are not feeling well. Get better soon, you're a fave poet my dear~ see ya when you return ~Anaya

Paige Hind

Date: 4/29/2025 10:25:00 PM

Congrats on POTD! I wrote about birds, too tonight, lol. Yours is very beautiful, and I can feel the deep seeded emotional response in it.

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 10:27:00 PM

Oh I missed your comment and congrats, dear Paige, Tyvm!

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/29/2025 8:08:00 PM

' This bird you cannot change. ' Understanding this part-- is crucial, indeed. It's difficult being around those that need help, yet keep refusing. Those that think someone needs help, when they truly don't, shouldn't pass judgement. When experiencing this kind of love, it can be challenging seeing past the many illusions. Be watchful and wise. This is so thought provoking Anaya. Congratulations on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 9:10:00 PM

This is true, Brandy, we can define love all we want, better not to judge what ones true meaning of love is. I don't think one failed relationship should disillusion us from falling in love once more. In this case a warrioress, will only become stronger.Ty sweet poetess for your insightful generosity and the congratulations ! xhugs

Panagiota Romios

Date: 4/29/2025 7:33:00 PM

Congraulationa, I liked the line, Leaving a cardboard moon moon deprived of its shine. Pangie

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:54:00 PM

Ty, Pangie!

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 4/29/2025 7:09:00 PM

Very sad, Anaya…congrats on POTD!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:26:00 PM

Ty, Kimmy!

Me Me

Date: 4/29/2025 5:54:00 PM

Once you hit your mid-40s you will begin to change..The illusion of love is only temporary now, no matter how much you build. I guarantee it, you will destroy and rebuild, destiny!!!!

Me Me
Date: 4/29/2025 7:09:00 PM

It’s in your nature??

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 6:34:00 PM

Nothing is guaranteed my friend, perhaps you'll understand one day, i don't believe love is just biological~Love is not just a feeling; it's a complex neurobiological process. it is also a complex emotional and psychological experience that goes beyond mere chemistry

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 4/29/2025 4:10:00 PM

A wowser. Sure wish I was able to write this way. I am stuck in rhyming or narrative mode!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 4:39:00 PM

You are #1 poet, sweet Andrea! I'm honored for your comments ~ xhugs

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 4/29/2025 3:43:00 PM

Congratulations on your POTD. Certainly not your best but still awesome! ... to see you honored! Thanks for sharing!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 4:38:00 PM

Benjamin thank you for the congratulations, too kind! I'm honored indeed ~

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 4/29/2025 3:03:00 PM

Congratulations on your well-deserved POTD, Dear Anaya. A poignant piece depicting courageous story of a "warrioress more determined and bold"! No one can break the "self-esteem" like yours - "Mocking doesn’t suit my countenance"

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 4:37:00 PM

Thank you, Malabika, this was actually interesting for me to become that character, mask on so to say and am pleased with the designs. You are kind poetess to congratulate me and it's good to see you! xhugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 4/29/2025 11:56:00 AM

Dearest Anaya, Well this hit me hard-so raw, so unfiltered, it’s like you poured every ache straight onto the page. I felt your exhaustion, the sting of mockery, the ache of being diminished. Yet, you rise-wounded, yes, but fierce and unbreakable. Your spirit is a hawk, undaunted, refusing to be caged. I see your pain, but even more, I see your strength shining through. Congrats on POTD!! Spring Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 1:21:00 PM

Hello Dr., A nice surprise, both you and potd! To feel, sting and ache for her, deprived of love and more, is more than I could have hoped for in my writing. Like the Pheonix an Amazon shall rise. Thank you, Daniel, for the congrats, you are well appreciated and a sight for sore eyes ~ Anaya

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/29/2025 9:00:00 AM

Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your powerful "Deprived Of Your Love" write. Great last line. We are who we are. Never Change... Have a blessed day with your win........

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 9:22:00 AM

Such kind words, sweet Paula, a message to all and should be shared here along with the congratulations. Very much appreciated! A nice surprise ~xhugs

Robert Gorelick

Date: 4/29/2025 8:04:00 AM

It's a giant step towards self-respect, when you realize mocking will never suit you, it shall not be tolerated. Great message, glad it's for the contest. Congratulations on the POTD honor, certainly well-deserved! Cheers, Robert

Robert Gorelick
Date: 4/29/2025 11:16:00 AM

Inappropriate, is what I think you're looking for. Today you are the top banana, keep it up!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 9:19:00 AM

What is that feeling when someone slips on a banana peel? you laugh, Not a 'Freudian slip' but another realization... this slippery situation wasn't funny at all, nothing appealing about it! What did one lettuce say to the other? Stop! while your a-head! Cheers

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 9:03:00 AM

"There is a fine line between comedy and tragedy, STOP while your ahead" is my quote in notes and what I meant by it.. stop while you can, in an embattled and sour relationship. Your message, it's for all to heed and take to heart. TYVM, for your support, Robert. xhugs

Duke Beaufort

Date: 4/29/2025 7:36:00 AM

Hi Anaya, I'm reading this despair and thinking yes, you are who you are and need not change. By all means fly away from that toxic relationship. POTD is a wonderful thing....but it also creates a lot of work for those of us who try to answer our comments. Glad this was for a contest. Hope this day finds you where you want to be and smiling!!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 8:56:00 AM

Our comments, tailor made, we articulate and interpret our best, thank you for just being you! A warrioress in this case found the strength to rise above, perhaps the Phoenix in mind. TYVM for your kind remarks, our conversations are always a pleasure, dear poet. I'm here and now with a moments smile!

Tom Woody

Date: 4/29/2025 6:18:00 AM

Hey lookie who got POTD! Enjoy your special day

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:27:00 AM

Tyvm Tommy, a nice surprise! xhugs

Zyrool Gifford

Date: 4/29/2025 4:58:00 AM

Hello Anaya, congratulations on your POTD win with this very touching and heartfelt piece. Loved the ending and your spirit. Wishing you a wonderful day as you celebrate your win.

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:26:00 AM

Hello Zyrool , I'm honored with your engaging comment and accolades . All of it, a nice surprise . ~xhugs Anaya

Karen Jones

Date: 4/29/2025 4:58:00 AM

Wonderful imagery in your potd! Loved these lines “Leaving a cardboard moon deprived of its shine Stars like candles blown out one by one No use waiting for the rising Sun“ Simply beautiful! Congratulations on potd honor!

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:25:00 AM

Karen, I'm honored with your engaging comment and accolades . All of it, a nice surprise . ~xhugs Anaya

Maria Williams

Date: 4/29/2025 4:45:00 AM

Dear Anaya,your poem is a fierce and vulnerable expression of survival — the journey from despair to resilience is etched in every line. I felt the sting of betrayal, the ache of disillusionment, and ultimately, the rising strength in your words. Congratulations on your well deserved POTD...Hugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:23:00 AM

Maria, I'm honored with your engaging comment and accolades . All of it, a nice surprise . ~xhugs Anaya

Tania Kitchin

Date: 4/29/2025 3:36:00 AM

Anaya, a powerful emotive poem. Congratulations on POTD.

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:19:00 AM

Tania, a wonderful surprise, thanks for reading today's potd and for the accolades, I'm honored! ~xhugs Anaya

Unseeking Seeker

Date: 4/29/2025 2:27:00 AM

An incredibly artistic write. Why trauma bond? Perfect conclusion ~ with the never say die spirit. Warmest congratulations on POTD

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:16:00 AM

Unseeking Seeker, a wonderful surprise, thanks for reading today's potd and for the accolades, I'm honored! ~xhugs Anaya

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 4/29/2025 1:18:00 AM

- Back with a well-deserved congratulations ... enjoy, Anaya :) - hugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:11:00 AM

Sunshine Smiles, a wonderful surprise, thanks for reading today's potd and for the accolades, I'm honored! ~xhugs Anaya

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 4/29/2025 1:13:00 AM

Congratulations Anaya on receiving the honour of poem of the day. Your poem conveys the heartache of unrequited love, worsened by unkindness… Beryl

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/29/2025 7:09:00 AM

A wonderful surprise, Belle thank for reading today's potd and for the accolades, I'm honored! ~xhugs Anaya

Sotto Poet

Date: 4/28/2025 11:53:00 AM

What a beautiful and incredibly articulate poem, dear Anaya. Emotional wounds caused by criticism and cultural expectations are examined, along with issues of self-identity and perseverance. It depicts the process of recovering one's power and self-worth after a period of weakness and sorrow.

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/28/2025 4:00:00 PM

You are so kind, Ty. The 'theme' of Who do you become, what happens to you when you are deprived of that love, that one special love., and it hit me how the physical body, face, structure is so deeply affected as well as the mental anguish, a warrior in this case finds the strength to rise above. I appreciate our conversations very much ~warm wishes

Yann Rolland

Date: 4/28/2025 5:41:00 AM

so delicate and moving poem, sentiments are in harmony with images and sonorities, enjoyed your great poem, thanks

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/28/2025 9:25:00 AM

Yann, sweet poet, tyvm for your insightful generosity! glad you enjoyed

Ink Empress

Date: 4/28/2025 4:47:00 AM

Dear anaya, This is such a powerful and soul hitting poem really, i love how youv expressed here and your powerful wordplay here is impressive and really catchy! I especially love the lines "dissing me relentlessly deriding my appearance, disparaging my intellect" its not a pleasant place to be dissed and ridiculed and bullied and belittled! Youv expressed for so many that are in silence enduring such relationships! I love also your arrangement of lines and flow of words here! A fave this is! Sending you light

I Am Anaya
Date: 4/28/2025 8:43:00 AM

Tyvm, IEmpress, as you say, Dr. so many that are in silence enduring such relationships. You must have many patients in this cruel reality. I really found " casualty of your cruelty" amazing especially "a cursed reincarnation, as I see no escape from your ill-omened grip a casualty of your cruelty, I remain, caught in the desolate haze of hate. gl warrioress