In Scarlet Dawn

If I have the time, I’ll wait eons, to greet you in scarlet dawn
As you marvel its vermillion garb embossing marigold arc
Emanating golden sparks, piercing hazy contours of dark
While gilded ripples glisten pond, where floats a snazzy swan.

Listen I’ll, to the music of morn, in songs of gentle breeze
Quivering new growth on barren trees where chickadees sing
Shedding dread of winter, in adoration of vibrant spring
As you thrill in waltzing hills, where green conifers wheeze.

Ambling through idyllic meadows of my coveted dreams
I’ll emerge in gilt-sunshine on silken petals glinting dew 
Where pink and purple rosy blooms enliven to enchant you--
Meeting you where giggling streams glitter in amber beams.

By your side in a quiet spot, I’ll watch the sparrows fly by
Hopping from branch to branch in euphoric random dance
Scurrying suddenly in curvy flight, inviting your glance
Celebrating freedom, flying high, into expansive blue sky,

And compose a chapter of doting allegory in romantic glory
Lingering in hearts where cadent verses of desires sway 
Turning up the tempo, letting life’s ravishing rhythms play
As hours and days accumulate slowly, into eternal love-story.

December 17, 2019
Placed 1st: If you have the time for an enclosed rhyme poetry contest
Sponsor: Tania Kitchin
HM: Strand select 10 contest by Brian Strand
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Crabtree Avatar
November 5, 2020 at 6:26 PM
You are a masterful poet, Vijay. Your words on romance and beauty shine through :)
Marcum Wong Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 12:41 PM
Wow Vijay, this poem is such a beauty! It extols the glory of nature with a romantic ending. Congratulations on your first placement and being number one on the best new poems list! xxoo
Pandit Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 3:53 PM
Much appreciate Connie--a very lovely feedback from you my friend--many thanks.
Hamilton Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 8:43 AM
Your writing just seems to keep getting better and better Vijay! Congrats on new number 1 on the top 100, and also a top win in the contest, this is another fave!
Pandit Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 3:01 PM
Much appreciate John--your vote of approval means a lot--many thanks. Glad you caught it there today on best poem list--will be gone after tomorrow as it will be older than 30 days.
Rees Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 7:01 AM
Skilfully constructed , vividly described , and demanding at least 2 re-reads. Beautiful lines.
Pandit Avatar
January 15, 2020 at 3:02 PM
Much appreciate Peter--many thanks.
Howell Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 10:11 AM
Wow, beautiful and evocative wordage. Keep up the great work!
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:03 PM
Thank you raven--much appreciate.
Gilmour Avatar
January 13, 2020 at 4:00 AM
Vijay, this is so full of romanticism, every word takes me on a delightful journey. Such a glorious write and so worthy of your top place in the contest. You have also gone straight in at Number 2 on the Best New Poem list; very well done dear friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:02 PM
You are so very kind my friend--much appreciate--many thanks.
Dietrich Avatar
January 12, 2020 at 2:18 PM
Back with my congrats on this romantic gem.
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:02 PM
Much appreciate Andrea--many thanks.
Y. Avatar
January 12, 2020 at 10:11 AM
Hi Vijay, I’m delighted to this write in the 1st place spot. Congratulations my friend, it was well deserved. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:01 PM
Thank you Alexis--many thanks.
Kitchin Avatar
January 12, 2020 at 5:38 AM
Vijay, congratulations on your first place win in the contest, your poem is beautifully penned with gorgeous imagery!
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:01 PM
Much appreciate the kind remarks Tania--many thanks for holding contests.
B. Avatar
January 11, 2020 at 11:31 AM
Your glorious write had me in a hypnotic trance, Vijay.. You painted beauty with your lovely words, my friend.. Really enjoyed this sparkling gem! Imagery is outstanding!! Many blessings to you, my friend..
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 4:00 PM
Appreciate the kind remarks Robertina--many thanks.
Makama Avatar
January 10, 2020 at 11:04 AM
This is beautiful. I love this masterpiece. Happy new year friend. Keep the lines blessing.
Pandit Avatar
January 14, 2020 at 3:59 PM
Thank you Funom--much appreciate.
Callus Avatar
December 31, 2019 at 2:57 PM
Beautiful imagery adorns this lovely romantic offering, Vijay! You appeal with colour, sound, and movement. Such a good example of enclosed rhyme. Best regards // paul
Pandit Avatar
December 31, 2019 at 4:37 PM
So very kind of you Paul--much appreciate the compliments--many thanks. Regards!
Devonshire Avatar
December 29, 2019 at 11:58 AM
Enchanting seems to be the best word to describe your poem, Vijay. It's like you created a land of such beauty that one would never want to leave. Excellent writing for Tania's contest. Wishing you success! Hugs, Carolyn
Pandit Avatar
December 30, 2019 at 12:31 PM
That is such a kind thing to say my friend..much appreciate your thoughtful comments. Many thanks, Carolyn.
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December 26, 2019 at 7:50 AM
A dazzling kaleidoscope of varying wavelength imagery, VJ. In my humble opinion, it's alright if you wanna quit your day job to become a poetic Savant. Your immense ink talent is self-evident. An amazing Enclosed poem! Love and happy holidays.
Pandit Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 4:48 PM
Thank you Freddie for the kind remarks--much appreciate your visit and comments--many many thanks.
Allison Avatar
December 25, 2019 at 5:37 PM
superb poetry Vijay, very romantic!!!:-) hugs jan xx
Pandit Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 7:33 AM
Thank you Jan--you are so kind--much appreciate.
Rodrigues Avatar
December 25, 2019 at 8:43 AM
A lovely romance with colors extraordinary and gleeful dance! ...and a snazzy swan! Merry Christmas, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 7:33 AM
Much appreciate Kim--many thanks.
Theraven Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 9:45 PM
Merry Christmas Vijay. -Richard
Pandit Avatar
December 25, 2019 at 7:10 AM
Merry Christmas to you, Richard.
Canerdy Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 3:40 PM
Another stunningly beautiful blend of romance and nature, Vijay! Janice
Pandit Avatar
December 25, 2019 at 7:10 AM
Thank you Janice--much appreciate.
Rose  Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 2:03 PM
Beautifully done, wishing you one of the Merriest Christmases ever .
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 2:58 PM
So kind of you my friend--just read your wonderful lyrics.
One Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 12:24 PM
my friend has you muse escaped you.. or are you busy?
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 2:58 PM
Much appreciate my friend--I will post soon.
Messina Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 5:51 AM
Beautiful Vijay. This is a great write my friend. Happy Holidays to you and your family.. Charlie
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:22 AM
Thank you Charlie--much appreciate.
Kannan Avatar
December 23, 2019 at 9:15 PM
This is so beautiful,Vijay... Greta one for th contest. Definitely a winner...
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:22 AM
Much appreciate--many thanks, Supraja.
One Avatar
December 22, 2019 at 2:03 PM
So many great lines here Vijay... All creating different kind of imagery... I liKe how you set the scene in the opening lines... Great poem
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:21 AM
So very kind of you SO--much appreciate--many thanks.
Somadas Avatar
December 21, 2019 at 10:40 PM
Wow.. You composed a beauty.. Nature at its best when you are romantic.. Best wishes in the contest..
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:20 AM
Thank you for the kind remarks--much appreciate Jenish.
Proxenos Avatar
December 21, 2019 at 11:19 AM
A wonderful poem - your poetry is euphoric my friend - each one describing and delivering excellent superb poetic skills. Blessings Vijay, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
December 24, 2019 at 7:20 AM
Much appreciate Jennifer--many thanks my friend.
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