Each Passing Cloud

Aimlessly wander veiled memories of yore
Each passing cloud subtly brings to fore
Recalling regrets, where laments agonize,
Thinking of you, searching forsaken skies,
Muting spent emotions of anguished eyes.

O how we rejoiced in blissful sunny days
When dawns arose on glinted arc ablaze
As golden beams pierced shrouded haze
Defying onslaught of darkened malaise
Intent on blotting zealous romantic phase.

Recalling ardent dreams with you I stroll
Where gleam of your smile brightens soul
As allure of amorous past feelings cajole
Emanating from desires heartbeats extol
In language of passion yesteryears scroll.

Every cloud etches effigy of love gone awry
Yet, thunder of stygian vibes fiercely I defy,
For return of clear skies in your longing I vie
Denouncing certitude hosting forlorn sigh,
Remorseful of ego that callously bid goodbye.

March 8, 2023
Placed 1st: Each Passing Cloud Poetry Contest
Sponsor: JCB Brul
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Buehler Avatar
May 21, 2023 at 9:33 AM
A beautifully composed tale of regret. My heartfelt congratulations on your win, Vijay. :)
Legros Kelley Avatar
March 20, 2023 at 10:10 PM
A beautiful poem of love and loss, with sorrow etched into the heart, and yet a strength that wields wisdom. Knowing ego was the culprit for the drifter's departure, the poem bespeaks a sadness and yet a keen intellect of the one left behind. Very well penned Vijay. <3
Agustin Avatar
March 19, 2023 at 8:19 PM
Wow! Congrats! Thanks for sharing this, delightful and delighting from the start till the end. God bless you.
Goldsmith Avatar
March 18, 2023 at 10:27 AM
Back with Congratulations on your win. A wonderful write. Have a blessed day/weekend.........................
Peck Avatar
March 16, 2023 at 4:01 PM
This is so lovely, Vijay, as all of your poems are. It's sad, too--a lost love. Best of luck in contest!
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:42 AM
So very kind of you Ann. Many thanks.
Gentile Avatar
March 16, 2023 at 4:04 AM
Vijay, you seem to always find an exquisite way to capture such intense romantic feeling through your powerful imagery, this one is no exceptions!! Happy Thursday !
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:42 AM
Many thanks Mike for stopping by. Much appreciate as always.
Rose  Avatar
March 14, 2023 at 2:46 PM
cajole, my how I love that word, and how you string it up just so, your poetry is sublime, Vijay, gl in the contest dear friend :)
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:42 AM
Thank you Vienna. Always a joy to hear from you.
Jayasankar Avatar
March 14, 2023 at 10:16 AM
Am sorry for coming here so late to comment on your poem Vijayji... Just not finding time to log in to Soup. Such an exquisite write on the memories of a lost love, your words chosen serve their purposes so well to inspire your readers. Best wishes in the contest. God bless... ~ Ani
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:41 AM
Nothing more precious than taking care of your family. Thank you Ani for visiting and commenting. Much appreciate.
Kannan Avatar
March 14, 2023 at 1:57 AM
This is amazing... Beautiful imagery and perfect vocabulary throughout... Read it twice... Loved it very much...A fav and a winner for sure...
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:40 AM
Thank you Supraja--much appreciate.
George Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 8:50 AM
Missed seeing this lovely poem dear Vijay. Like the floating clouds, memories of a love fleet past your mind. The love though gone awry, still blazes your heart and mind. Lovey penning with a wonderful rhyme scheme. I expect to see this poem in the first place.
Pandit Avatar
March 17, 2023 at 5:39 AM
Much appreciate your generous remarks my friend. Many thanks, Valsa.
Goldsmith Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 12:45 PM
"Each Passing Cloud" is a wonderful story/write. I really enjoyed it. Have a blessed day/week...............
Pandit Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:39 AM
Many thanks Paula. Much appreciate your visit and kind thoughts.
Delaney Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 10:00 AM
Nice one, Vijay: Memories of love prompted by the floating clouds. Your poem takes us on a journey of of love lost and found again. SuZ
Pandit Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:38 AM
Much appreciate your visit and comments, SuZ. Many thanks.
Roper Avatar
March 12, 2023 at 9:20 AM
Enjoyable memories of past flings to care us for the future. My thought, we make better choices of love. Great write like always, with deep romantic emotions. Good luck my friend in the contest. Blessings my friend
Pandit Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:38 AM
Much appreciate your kind feedback, Eve. Many thanks my friend. Blessings!
Horsman Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 5:12 PM
Love this, Vijay, a journey with the cloud. Harry
Pandit Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:37 AM
Thank you Harry. Much appreciate.
Faulkner Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 9:03 AM
I like how each stanza is a monorhyme, (the third stanza is my favorite) and they all work together so seamlessly, the longing to reclaim a love gone awry is so potent here~
Pandit Avatar
March 13, 2023 at 6:36 AM
Many thanks for visiting and commenting, Michelle. Much appreciate your kind remarks.
May Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 6:11 PM
A lost love sailing away on a cloud, Very nicely penned Vijay
Pandit Avatar
March 11, 2023 at 5:35 AM
Many thanks Joseph--much appreciate your visit and comments.
Nicole Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:45 PM
It seems "each passing cloud" holds a magical moment, along with a precious memory. This is tender, beautiful and emotional, all at the same time. Your thoughts curl softly around me and my heart. I'm drifting- ever so gently. Hugs, Brandy
Pandit Avatar
March 10, 2023 at 5:16 AM
Always a delight when you visit my friend. Much appreciate your insights, Brandy. Many thanks.
Canerdy Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 9:51 AM
This is such a vividly descriptive, deeply expressive piece, Vijay. My words do not do the poem justice. Janice
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 1:03 PM
So nice to hear that. Much appreciate--many thanks, Janice.
Rodrigues Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 9:10 AM
Every cloud etches effigy of love gone awry Yet, thunder of stygian vibes fiercely I defy… yesteryears scroll…very nice, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 1:02 PM
Much appreciate your visit and comments, Kim--many thanks.
Cunningham Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 5:58 AM
Stunning imagery and vocabulary, composed in your trademark style Vijay. Best of luck in the contest. Tom
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:18 AM
So special to read that from you, Tom. Thank you for your presence on Soup and on my page. You are always there for everyone.
Buhagiar Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 5:17 AM
Eloquent poem that usurps our emotions. Best for a win.
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:17 AM
Glad to hear that, Victor. Much appreciate your being there. Many thanks.
Turner Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 5:39 PM
Great poem, Vijay. My favorite line, "Every cloud etches..." Good stuff:) Good luck!
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:16 AM
Much appreciate you stopping by and commenting, Daniel. Many thanks.
Chuuk Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 12:56 PM
Vijay, you sure know how to enchant the readers. My gosh, but you’re super duper amazing. Marvelous poem, my friend :)
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:15 AM
So nice to hear your generous compliments my friend. Many thanks Fin, for your visit and comments. Awaiting your new poem.
DiMino Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 11:04 AM
"Every cloud etches effigy of love gone awry Yet, thunder of stygian vibes fiercely I defy," -- wise and well said. The soul longs to beat eternal, defying otherwise devastating experience. Blessings my friend friend!
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:14 AM
So very kind of you, Joe. Always a joy when you visit. Many thanks for your feedback and insights.
Trifiatis Avatar
March 8, 2023 at 9:30 AM
Singing rhyming verses that enchant the heart and mind, my dearest friend, Vijay! Congratulations! A fave!
Pandit Avatar
March 9, 2023 at 6:13 AM
My dear friend--always an honor to read your feedback. Much appreciate your kind remarks, Demetrios and special thanks for your FAVE.
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