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Don'T Blame the Wind

Don't blame the wind When the sky was graying You didn't mind the breeze For it swirled falling leaves Creating an arid scene, As heat kept rising You didn't notice The smell in your nostrils Was ozone whirling, When sun left horizon Sky soon darkened But you kept gazing As the twilight sparkled, When air turned stormy You didn't care For you liked the thunder And flash of lightening, And now it's raining Pouring relentlessly, But If you didn't see it coming Don’t blame the wind. December 21, 2017 Placed 1st: Strand Pick 5 Contest by Brian Strand

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Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/21/2022 7:07:00 AM

Wow!! Congratulations on your win in Brian's contest. Way to go. I enjoyed reading this one. Sara

Valsa George

Date: 6/30/2022 5:43:00 AM

If something goes wrong, finding fault with others is our natural tendency. Despite visible signs, if one doesn't take necessary precautions, he has to bear the brunt. A great poem with a deeper meaning !

Joseph May

Date: 3/28/2022 5:09:00 AM

the wind is gentle at times, but can churn with fury, Very nicely penned Vijay

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/4/2018 7:10:00 AM

I enjoyed this read, Vijay.

Paul Callus

Date: 1/3/2018 4:02:00 PM

You are right, Vijay; we often try to pass on our faults to someone else! Also there are times when we are blind to what is going on around us, then it's too late when things go wrong! Regards // paul

Susan Ashley

Date: 12/22/2017 10:14:00 PM

Great use of metaphors Vijay in this deep and wondrous write. Captivating, introspective and meaningful, you've penned a thought-provoking poem. Well done my friend. Also, congrats on POTD honors on your beautiful collab with Silent One. Warmest wishes to you and those dear to you for a Merry Christmas and happy Holidays! ~Susan

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 10:25:00 PM

Thank you Susan.. you are so kind with your comments.. I always enjoy reading your feedback. Many thanks. Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you as well.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/22/2017 8:36:00 PM

oh that was great, right to the end, "but if you don't see it coming, don't blame the wind" I love the build up to that line!!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 10:27:00 PM

I appreciate that.. your insight means a lot Andrea.. many thanks.

Harry Horsman

Date: 12/22/2017 5:17:00 PM

Wonderful poetry, enjoyed..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 5:25:00 PM

Thank you harry.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 12/22/2017 1:24:00 PM

how thought-provoking and well expressed, vijay... i enjoyed this a lot..huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 2:31:00 PM

Thank you, nette.

Alexis Y.

Date: 12/22/2017 11:22:00 AM

Hi Vijay, You have penned a well written and deep write. Good metaphors as well. I think you are referring to relationship gone bad.But it was too late when they realized it. That's my and I could be way off. Neverthess, good write:-) Alexis

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 12:09:00 PM

Thank you Alexis--I like your astute observation. The message I wanted to convey here was taking responsibility for own actions instead of blaming others. It could apply to any situation in life, including love, as you have indicated.

Mike Gentile

Date: 12/22/2017 9:13:00 AM

Well Said, Vijay, a great way to express your view and make your point !!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 9:18:00 AM

Thank you Mike..appreciate your thoughtful comments.

Chuck Melugin

Date: 12/22/2017 7:17:00 AM

Vijay...You've been diving in an ocean of poetic purpose and.......your pen is drenched in the depth!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 7:42:00 AM

Thank you Chuck..enjoyed reading your comments.

Judith S

Date: 12/22/2017 5:43:00 AM

Love this Vijay!! And I second Maria's sentiments on your collaboration with Silent One! What a great poem you have constructed!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 7:05:00 AM

Thank you Judy--always delighted by your visit and comments.

Silent One

Date: 12/22/2017 5:05:00 AM

This is deep and i have noticed your writing have been deep recently, great use of metaphors... You are right don't blame the wind.. blame yourself... Well expressed...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 7:04:00 AM

Yes--that was the point. Appreciate your thoughts Silent One..many thanks.

Maria Williams

Date: 12/21/2017 8:45:00 PM

This is a another wonderful poem of yours. Congratulations also on a wonderful collaboration with Silent. I really enjoyed the work of two of my favourite poets on PS. Your thoughts flowed effortlessly ...Maria

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 7:02:00 AM

Many thanks Maria--enjoyed reading your comments.

Arturo Michael

Date: 12/21/2017 6:42:00 PM

You make me smile..."Don’t blame the wind." So who is to blame? LOL...All the best Vijay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 12/22/2017 7:02:00 AM

Thank you Arturo--appreciate your comments.