Malabika Ray Choudhury Poet Cinquain

Dewdrops On Lotus Leaves Potw

"Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need."
  By Mother Teresa
                                        

                                           dewdrops
                                       on Lotus leaves 
                                each moment.. quivering,
                           shivering, trembling, translucent
                                               lucid


                                             vanish
                                       flick of an eye! 
                                  contentment is a bliss…
                             happiness a godsend blessing
                                           rare boon


                                             cherish
                                         every moment
                                hold love tight, don't let go
                         though every second counts, fragile
                                                is life


                                          May 25, 2023
                  "B Quotes" - Writing Challenge Poetry Contest
                               Sponsor: Constance La France
                      Syllables (2-4-6-8-2) checked by HMS.com
                         POEM OF THE WEEK  May 27 - June 3

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Valsa George June 26, 2023 at 5:09 AM Belated Congratulations on your POTD, dear Mala. Life is like a drop of water on a lotus leaf. Anytime it can slither and fall. So enjoy the moment at hand. Great message beautifully exemplified! Malabika Ray Choudhury June 26, 2023 at 7:12 PM Dear Valsa, Dewdrops on Lotus leaves - this image comes to me very often, when I ponder about the fragility of life. I really appreciate your visit and your thoughtful comments - So precious! Love ~ Mala

Paula Goldsmith June 25, 2023 at 8:58 AM Congratulations on your POTW win. Sorry it is so late. I do not know how I missed this wonderful write. Hope you enjoyed your win/day. Have blessed day/week writing away........................ Malabika Ray Choudhury June 26, 2023 at 7:10 PM Thank you, Paula. Don’t be sorry - I really appreciate your visit on my page. Love ~ Mala

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri June 2, 2023 at 2:03 PM I have two poems one on dew drops and one on the lotus so I enjoyed how you combined their mention in this impressive poem! Loved the structure formatting as well, congrats on your POTW! Malabika Ray Choudhury June 2, 2023 at 7:35 PM Thank you, Zaynab. Glad to know you have poems on dewdrops and Lotus - my favourite theme! This format is new to me, but probably worked well. Really appreciate your beautiful comments. Warm wishes ~ Mala

Vijay Pandit May 30, 2023 at 5:50 AM BIG congrats on POTW, Mala. A wonderful message you convey. Malabika Ray Choudhury May 30, 2023 at 6:20 AM Thank you, Vijay. Delighted to find your comment - I am honoured!

Constance La France May 29, 2023 at 6:56 AM Mala, a big congratulations on receiving the honor of POEM OF THE WEEK, it makes me so proud that it is a poem inspired by my writing challenge ! Malabika Ray Choudhury May 29, 2023 at 10:37 AM Dear Constance, Thank you. I participate most of your contests - the themes always attract me. Your quotes are amazing too ! I feel honoured!

Paulette Calasibetta May 29, 2023 at 4:30 AM Wow! Congratulations on your POTW. Stunning gems of Cinquains. :) Paulette Malabika Ray Choudhury May 29, 2023 at 10:35 AM Thank you so much, Dear Paulette. This is a new form for me - glad I attempted.

Regina Mcintosh May 29, 2023 at 2:36 AM Lovely writing. Congrats on POTW. God bless you. Love, Gina Malabika Ray Choudhury May 29, 2023 at 10:33 AM Thank you, Dear Gina. Glad you enjoyed.

Daisy Meadows May 28, 2023 at 10:53 PM A lovely poem. Congratulations on your POTW. Well done. Malabika Ray Choudhury May 29, 2023 at 10:33 AM Thank you, Dear Jeanette. Attempted a comparatively new poetic form for me! Glad you enjoyed.

Brandy Nicole May 28, 2023 at 12:23 PM Each and every moment is precious, indeed. Your words whisper this sentiment, so beautifully. I'm curling your thoughts softly around me. Congratulations Malabika, on your win and Poem of the Week. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:43 PM Dear Brandy, your thoughts are so kind and sweet, I really love to share my poems with you. Truly appreciate your kind words. Hugs ~ Mala

Linda Alice Fowler May 28, 2023 at 11:07 AM This is a beautiful poem Mala. So uplifting and inspirational. Congratulations on your POTW! Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:41 PM Thank you, Dear Linda, for your kind words. Glad to share my poem with you.

Anne-Lise Andresen May 28, 2023 at 9:58 AM - Beautiful written, Mala :) - Congratulations on win in the contest and the p.o.t.w. :) - hugs Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:40 PM THank you, Dear Anne-Lise. I am delighted to share my poems with you. Actually, this poem was done in a rush, when the contest was almost closing. Liked the poetic form.

Bill Baker May 28, 2023 at 7:54 AM Congratulations on your POTW, Mala. Also congrats on your contest win, WTG! I like the way you use movement in your Cinquain. I loved the quote you chose, wise words from a wise woman. Enjoy your recognition, my friend. Bill Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:38 PM Dear Bill, Friend from Texas, really appreciate your kind words. Thank you for mentioning the poetic features you liked. "Wise Woman"! WOW! That's a huge compliment! Best wishes ~ Mala

Unseeking Seeker May 28, 2023 at 4:56 AM Counsel of the sages to go by ~ beautifully penned, warmest congratulations on POTW, Mala Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:34 PM Thank you, Dear Seeker. Truly appreciate your kind comment of wisdom.

Tania Kitchin May 28, 2023 at 4:23 AM Mala, a beautiful poem, congratulations on POTW! Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 4:33 PM Thank you, Tania. Really appreciate your kind comment.

Tom Cunningham May 28, 2023 at 3:36 AM Beautiful poetry Mala, congratulations to you on the honour of POTW. Enjoy your weekend. Tom Malabika Ray Choudhury May 28, 2023 at 3:51 AM Thank you so much, Tom. My day started today reading your kindest message...and I feel really honoured! This has happened every time (not many) I was fortunate to receive this (or POTD) honour. Tom, you are so kind! Warmest wishes ~ Mala

Constance La France May 27, 2023 at 9:35 AM Mala, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful poem with us in my Writing Challenge, well done and congratulations ! Malabika Ray Choudhury May 27, 2023 at 2:44 PM Thank you, Dear Constance. I feel honoured to join your contest, Dear Poet.

Kim Rodrigues May 27, 2023 at 6:31 AM Love the words and the shapeliness of your poem! Mala, this one is a fave for me! Malabika Ray Choudhury May 27, 2023 at 2:43 PM Thank you, Dear Kim. You made my day!

Alexis Y. May 25, 2023 at 4:24 PM Hi Mala, I chose the same quote. Congratulations on a well-deserved win. Have a nice day;-) Alexis Malabika Ray Choudhury May 25, 2023 at 5:48 PM Dear Alexis, Thank you for reading my poem. Really appreciate your comment.