Vijay Pandit Poet Verse

Hysterical Blindness

Sure as spring-ebullient cedes to summer’s escapades
In vagaries of time a budding flower parches and fades
And the sweet sound of hatchlings abandons its nest
And autumn’s gilded leaves perish in throes of decay
And dethroned from its apex, sun-glorious as well sets.

Much alike nature, as life unleashes unsettling events
For some, its turbulence triggers hysterical blindness
And esteem that waxed to full-moon begins to wane
Akin to a sunny day that darkens and suddenly rains
Or flame of desires extinguishes in lovelorn marriage.

Purpose and meaning no longer wield a special clout
As soul of vigor confused harbors despondent doubt
And sense of self deteriorates into endless distraught
Till a beloved hand of compassion lovingly reaches out 
Reconsolidating its ego, letting spent passions sprout;

Spurring momentous days, seizing thrilled moments, 
Un-remembering yesterday, rejoicing bliss of present
Knowing tomorrow’s fate isn’t as assured as today’s,
Cognizant of transience and impermanence of being,
For now is real as can be, for tomorrow may be elusive.

October 6, 2021
Placed 1st: This or That, Vol 7 Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh
Title chosen: Hysterical Blindness

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Joe Maverick January 31, 2022 at 7:46 AM Life's carousel in your verses, to read again I shall not be averse Vijay '

Valsa George December 5, 2021 at 6:15 AM You see the prospects of new life emerging even when leaves of autumn perish in throes of decay and flames of desire extinguish in love lorn marriage by a hand of compassion lovingly reaching out ! Thus you establish that foregone is forgone and there is still possibility of renewal and rebirth any time. What greater message can a poet give ! I will treasure this poetic gem to read it over and again!

Jennifer Proxenos October 15, 2021 at 12:06 AM My dear friend, no one can equal your romantic poetry your seasonal beautiful writes about the different seasons, and the colors that you describe your poems with have flair and are breathtaking. A winner - Congratulations. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Vijay Pandit October 18, 2021 at 7:45 AM Glad you stopped by my friend. Much appreciate your kind remarks, Jennifer. Many thanks.

Judy Ball October 14, 2021 at 12:52 PM This is excellent Vijay. No wonder you had a winner. God Bless, JB Vijay Pandit October 18, 2021 at 7:45 AM So very kind of you Judy--many thanks.

Paula Goldsmith October 13, 2021 at 8:55 AM Congratulations on your win. Your "Hysterical Blindness" is a beautiful write. Have a blessed day with your win............... Vijay Pandit October 18, 2021 at 7:44 AM Much appreciate Paula--many thanks.

Ann Peck October 10, 2021 at 8:01 AM Just beautiful, Vijay. You capture aging so perfectly:"cognizant of transience and impermanence of being..."I think I could read your words all day. Congratulations on first place!! Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 11:01 AM So very kind of you Ann. Many thanks for your visit and kind feedback. Much appreciate.

Richard Lamoureux October 10, 2021 at 7:21 AM I can see why this is a winner. Your talent shines here. Blessings Rick. Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 11:00 AM Thanks for stopping by Richard. Much appreciate.

Christuraj Alex October 9, 2021 at 10:12 PM "vagaries of time" - Very Beautiful! Depiction of the current scenario! Great Write! Congratulations! Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:59 AM Thank you Christuraj--much appreciate.

Bj Legros Kelley October 9, 2021 at 7:54 PM Congratulations on your win Vijay. What an amazing, outstanding work of shear art. Love this. Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:59 AM That is so very kind. Much appreciate your complimentary remarks, BJ. Many thanks.

Brian Sambourne October 9, 2021 at 12:52 PM So many stellar lines in your poem, Vijay. I especially like "autumn's gilded leaves perish in the throes of decay." Well done! Congratulations. Brian Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:58 AM Glad you like the poem, Brian. Much appreciate your kind feedback. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet October 9, 2021 at 10:06 AM Vijay, you have done an excellent job and deserve to be congratulated on your contest victory with your inspiring poem. Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:57 AM Thank you for your return visit, Lasaad. Much appreciate.

Jenna Logan October 9, 2021 at 9:14 AM Congratulations on your win with such a wonderfully expressed poem, Vijay. Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:56 AM Thanks for for stopping by Jenna. Much appreciate your kind remarks.

Jennifer Proxenos October 9, 2021 at 8:53 AM Vijay, I have to make this poem a fave, I have saved it already. Your intensity provokes your theme which you captured so creatively, and faultlessly as always Good luck in the contest my friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer. Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:55 AM Much appreciate, as always, my friend. Many thanks for your detailed feedback, Jennifer. Somehow your FAVE did not register. Thanks for the thoughts.

Edward Ibeh October 9, 2021 at 8:43 AM Congratulations on your top win in my contest, Vijay:-). Outstanding write, as usual! Vijay Pandit October 10, 2021 at 10:54 AM Much appreciate your kind feedback, Edward. Many thanks for hosting contests my friend.

Janice Canerdy October 6, 2021 at 6:40 PM Such a dramatically expressive piece, Vijay! You have smoothly incorporated the theme. Janice Vijay Pandit October 7, 2021 at 5:20 AM Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks, Janice. Many thanks.

Mike Gentile October 6, 2021 at 11:25 AM Vijay, your take on this theme is spot on and I think you nailed it! The eloquence of this piece is just outstanding!! Good luck!! Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 12:24 PM Your eloquent feedback is much appreciated Mike. Always a joy to hear from you my friend. Many thanks.

Victor Buhagiar October 6, 2021 at 8:46 AM Your poetry is always of the highest degree, with imagery that often astounds. Best for a win and a fave. Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 12:22 PM So glad to hear that from you, Victor--a gifted and talented poet. Much appreciate your kind remarks, as always. Honored to receive your FAVE. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet October 6, 2021 at 7:21 AM Vijay, you've written some outstanding poetry. There's a lot to think about; your grammar is perfect; tomorrow's difficulties may separate us, but becoming hysterical didn't help us enjoy the beauty of the moment. Best wishes with the contest. Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 8:02 AM You are so right about the virtue of beauty in the moment. Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks, as always, Lasaad. Many thanks.

Demetrios Trifiatis October 6, 2021 at 7:07 AM Captivating profound thoughts expressed in highly literal language that amplifies the denotation of each word contained in every sentence! A FAVE for me, my friend, Vijay! Good luck! Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 8:00 AM I am honored to hear such wonderful feedback from a man of wisdom and goodwill. I always value and appreciate your opinion my friend. Many thanks, Demetrios. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.

Alexis Y. October 6, 2021 at 6:41 AM WoW! Vijay, You’ve penned such a deep thought provoking write. The content, imagery and vocabulary was top notch. Best wishes in the contest. Have a wonderful day my friend:-) Alexis Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 7:57 AM So very kind of you to say so my friend. Thank you for your detailed and uplifting feedback, Alexis. Much appreciate, as always. Many thanks.

Kim Rodrigues October 6, 2021 at 6:28 AM Fraught with emotion, “ Much alike nature, as life unleashes unsettling events For some, its turbulence triggers hysterical blindness,” but as you most poetically state, we must live for today, tomorrow’s troubles might separate us, but staying hysterical won’t help you to take a hold of the beauty of today. A winner in my book, Vijay! Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 7:56 AM Honored by your visit and wonderful feedback, Kim. Your analysis is spot on. Much appreciate your vote of confidence. Many thanks.

Tom Cunningham October 6, 2021 at 4:55 AM Plenty to ponder over Vijay, your vocabulary is impeccable Best of luck in the contest. Hope your week is going well. Tom Vijay Pandit October 6, 2021 at 7:54 AM All is well Tom. Much appreciate, as always, you supportive remarks. Many thanks for your cheerful presence on Soup.