Get Your Premium Membership

Oasis At Heart of City

Poet's Notes
(Show)

Become a Premium Member and post notes and photos about your poem like Malabika Ray Choudhury.


There is a … A tranquil sanctuary at the heart of a busy city… Not many colourful flowers, but shady trees, and lush green bushes, A serene pond with emerald water quivering with rustling breeze, Rocks of different sizes and shapes scattered around - one reminds me of lying Buddha, peaceful and calm, another - Buddha in meditation - folding his legs in a lotus posture. There are a few stone-benches around the pond .. for lazy folks like me! who savour watching! ducks and turtles are only water-creatures I could see, some fishes…circling around carefree, Wish a scintillating mermaid from a magical world would appear from the bottom of the turquoise water, to spread her charm around… Sun shining in crystal water …scattering rays in the rippled mirror .... A Duck sits placidly on a rock alone… as if she wants to bask in the whispering glow of sun! A Brian Strand " You Choose" Poetry Contest FIRST PLACE

Copyright © | Year Posted 2021




Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Date: 8/18/2021 11:05:00 AM
Magical, whimsical and utterly charming! Your mermaid is a delightful surprise appearing right out of your wonderful imagination. Just made me :D in the midst of this serenity. So many wonderful phrases and serene pictures - "quivering" waters. Sending you serene blessings, a hug and much love dear friend! Thank you for sharing your special place!
Login to Reply
Date: 8/11/2021 10:42:00 AM
Hello Mala ,I felt like I have been in the park with you as I read this poem. Love & Friendship Darlene.
Login to Reply
De Beaulieu Avatar
Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 8/12/2021 11:38:00 AM
Helo mala my friend. I would enjoy it with you to Mala. Yes we both love to watch nature. Love & Friendship. Darlene.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 8/12/2021 6:17:00 AM
Dear Darlene, this is such a serene place. I would love to be here with you! We both love watching nature. Love ~ Mala
Date: 8/11/2021 10:10:00 AM
A tranquil place Mala to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Tom
Login to Reply
Ray Choudhury Avatar
Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 8/11/2021 10:26:00 AM
True, Tom - very tranquil place. It’s a Japanese-themed park, named after a city in Japan. So cool - as if I am visiting Japan!

Book: Reflection on the Important Things