If Only You Knew 2019

Golden sun enlightens contours of violet arc
Painting mauve motifs on canvas of cosmic art
When constellation of dewdrops sparkle on grass
And thoughts of your allure enchant my heart,

As in pristine meadows of sensuous past I walk 
Holding hands of dawn to reminisce love that was
When you come along, cheering one more dance--
Oh, how I regret, not kissing that ebullient morn,

Strolling in memoirs of your favorite garden
Where gardenias court scent of rose blossoms,
Crafting ode of love that's silent on fervor--
Alas, you've never heard rhythm of my poem,

Shrouded in metaphors that proffer not a clue
But it's always been true: there's no one but you
For you see it enunciated in language of runes
Where dreams you dream are passing through.

Wish you knew I worship the ground you walk on
And love everything about you just the way you are
And ache for your moon, wish for your stars,
For no one but you makes me feel--I have it all.

August 26, 2019
Placed 2nd: If only you knew poetry contest by Silent One
HM: Strand special 7 by Brian Strand
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Chiri Avatar
December 22, 2019 at 2:56 PM
Vijay congrats on your HM my friend!;)
Makama Avatar
September 9, 2019 at 10:44 AM
Your lines expectedly weigh in tonnes and your consistency has made you a master of masters in this act. This is beyond compliments. Good work mate. An absolute beauty.
Andresen Avatar
August 31, 2019 at 3:02 PM
- Congratulations on your winning poem, Vijay :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
August 31, 2019 at 2:04 AM
This magnificent poem deserves its second placement Vijay! I am so happy I didn't miss reading this jewel! Congratulations my friend! xxoo
Onclaud Avatar
August 31, 2019 at 1:29 AM
got more, vijay?... happy sunday with huggs
Dietrich Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 5:53 PM
you got a very well deserved placement for this one, Vijay. Congratulations. Beautifully written.
Y. Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 10:52 AM
Wow! Vijay, You have penned such a lovely poem. I found it to be romantic as well. I love that song by Patti Labelle also. Great job my friend. Congratulations on your 2nd place win. Have a great weekend:-) Alexis
Lamoureux Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 9:33 AM
Congrats, beautifully crafted!
Salehi Avatar
August 30, 2019 at 1:16 AM
The only thing that we need more of...is more love...
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 3:57 PM
The merriment of the mind when hints of tints begin the verses -- nice Vijay, and congrats on your placement ~ Aloha William
One Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 3:53 PM
A romantic poem Vijay, the sad thing about romance and love is that some people waste words and some people fail to show it in their actions.. enjoyed your poem.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Romios Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 10:21 AM
Ph.D in imagery and more Panagiota
Theraven Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 9:10 AM
Vijay, The kiss that never was...the one most remembered. Wounds the heart just to know such a thing exist. Very nice write. -Richard
Riabi Dziri Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 6:30 AM
If only you knew how beautiful and captivating your "craft of ode of love"! If only you knew how sweet and touching the "rhythm of your poem"! You paint genuine sentiments on a so impressive canvas of words and you do "enchant the heart" of your ardent readers! So fascinated by a great beauty you have created, dear Vijay! A gem into my fave list.. You never cease to amaze! My warmest regards. God bless you.
Pandit Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:25 AM
Delighted to start my day with such pleasant thoughts from you my friend. Your presence is welcome by so many for your contributions to Poetry Soup..I especially love the time you take as a reader to share your feedback with writers...and encourage! Much appreciate as always..many many thanks. And special thank you for the FAVE. Regards, Besma.
Goff Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 6:22 AM
Such glorious longing, Vijay...good poem!
Pandit Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:20 AM
Many thanks James..much appreciate.
Proxenos Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 1:12 AM
Wow Vijay, what a beautiful mysterious love poem - you are a master at writing these wonderful poems and this one is no exception! Absolutely breathtaking. Hugs, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:19 AM
You are so kind..much appreciate your support..many thanks, Jennifer.
Onclaud Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 6:33 PM
bewitched, beguiled by your work ; so affectionately penned.. amazing, vijay!...huggs
Pandit Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:18 AM
Appreciate your kind thoughts, Nette..many thanks.
Rose  Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 5:02 PM
You build shrouds of love wherever you go with your pen Vijay, this is no exception, lovely xo
Pandit Avatar
August 29, 2019 at 7:18 AM
Much appreciate Pixie--many thanks.
Dietrich Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 7:03 PM
wow , amazingly romantic, VIjay. VEry well crafted and I love the imagery
Pandit Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 7:26 AM
So glad to read your comments Andrea..always appreciate your kind thoughts..many thanks.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 5:14 PM
Romantic imagery glorious!
Pandit Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 7:24 AM
Glad you liked it Kim--appreciate the words of kindness..many thanks.
Sands Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 3:42 PM
Vijay, I love this! So well written. I enjoyed it and it is. Fave :)
Pandit Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 7:21 AM
Glad always to read your supportive comments, Heidi...much appreciate..many thanks. And a special thank you for the FAVE.
Kiser Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 3:34 PM
Wow, quite romantic with lots of passion. Just beautiful.
Pandit Avatar
August 28, 2019 at 7:20 AM
Much appreciate..many thanks, MLK.
Adams Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 10:11 AM
such a beautifully penned romantic piece... one never really knows the depth of another's love, do they? some cannot comprehend what it is to even love much less be loved so deeply.... lovely write :) hugs
Pandit Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 11:10 AM
You are so very kind..appreciate the feedback..so true what you about love. Many thanks, Sandra.
Canerdy Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 8:07 AM
Another romantic beauty set in nature, Vijay! Janice
Pandit Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 11:09 AM
Much appreciate your visit, Janice..many thanks for the kind remarks.
Andresen Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 3:45 AM
- Vijay, sometimes I lose the words ... this is gorgeous ! - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Pandit Avatar
August 27, 2019 at 7:59 AM
Always a smile you deliver, Anne-Lise...much appreciate..many thanks.
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