Oceans

Reigning vitality you buoy on vigor of freedom Hugging distant continents, caressing lively shores Eternal since birth of time, ceaseless evermore, Sensational, immense, omnipotent, abundant, Enthusiastically you uplift glorious dawning sun Greeting flamboyantly resplendent arc of horizon Sprinkling golden glitter, propagating in unison, Stoking aesthetic illusion into waves of passions, Traversing civilizations from Atlantic to Pacific, Rumbling leisurely, visiting tranquil beaches, Hosting aquatics, exploring beauteous coral reefs, Impulsive as can be, you are fierce, yet poetic, Ferocious battlefield for the Navy, submarines, Yet, fairyland luxurious, rocking passenger ships, Sundown you reflect in aspirations romantic Floating deep in womb, quixotic moon’s mystique; Tides of your moods~ ebb and flow of emotions, Boundlessly undulate, vainglorious true notion~ No force on earth can dare restrict your motion For, you’re the magnificent, almighty blue oceans. August 22, 2021 Placed 1st: Writing Prompt, Oceans, or Seas Poetry Contest Sponsor: Constance La France

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Valsa George

Date: 11/11/2021 1:09:00 AM

You have captured the might and mystery of the sweeping currents of the ocean. ....the mammoth destroyer and preserver of the Earth. What beauty and power it wields. The whole poem is a treat... but I love the line.............................."Impulsive as can be, you are fierce, yet poetic" the most.

Scott Thirtyseven

Date: 9/4/2021 4:30:00 PM

Aren't they spectacular. Great write.

Ken Rone

Date: 9/4/2021 9:10:00 AM

"Oh for a life on the rolling sea"...thanks Vijay. - Ken

Paul Callus

Date: 8/31/2021 5:15:00 AM

Your poetic tour of the oceans leaves no doubt as to their importance, activity, and allure, Vijay. Always a pleasure to read you. Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2021 6:10:00 AM

Thank you Paul. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Regards.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/29/2021 11:16:00 AM

Love this, Vijay! I am a big fan of the ocean. It is indeed, ferocious, poetic, romantic, quixotic, a grand adventure, not to be trifled with!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2021 6:09:00 AM

Much appreciate Kim. Many thanks.

Anitha Jayasankar

Date: 8/27/2021 10:25:00 AM

Awesome just awesome Vijayji... All stanzas are beautiful... still the second stanza I loved the most... 'Greeting flamboyantly resplendent arc of horizon sprinkling golden glitter... "... stunning imagery... I missed writing for this contest... God bless... ~ Ani

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:52:00 AM

Glad you liked the poem. Much appreciate Ani. Many thanks.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/27/2021 9:49:00 AM

A winner of this contest is something that does not surprise me - the oceans are fearsome, awesome and you capture the rapture of these undulating oceans intensely and so invitingly - well penned dear friend. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:51:00 AM

Thank you Jennifer. Much appreciate your visit and comments.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/27/2021 8:58:00 AM

Back with Congrats, Vijay. I need to see that winner list to know how well you fared with this beauty!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:50:00 AM

Thank you Andrea. Much appreciate.

Constance La France

Date: 8/27/2021 6:22:00 AM

Vijay, beautiful, and congratulations on your win in my Writing Prompt - Oceans and Seas ~ love and serenity _Constance

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:51:00 AM

Much appreciate Constance. Thank you for holding contests.

Delice Arleen Skelly

Date: 8/26/2021 12:21:00 AM

Lovely ode to the mighty oceans Vijay...Delice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:50:00 AM

Thank you Delice.

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/25/2021 5:55:00 PM

Back with Congrats on your top win Vijay, this is widely deserved. Enjoy your honor, my dear friend.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/28/2021 5:50:00 AM

Thank you Lasaad--much appreciate.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 8/25/2021 1:43:00 PM

Your vividly descriptive poem has captured the very essence of the ocean in all its majesty,Vijay. Favorite image--the ocean lifting up the sun at dawn. Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/25/2021 2:14:00 PM

Thank you Janice. Much appreciate your kind remarks.

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 8/24/2021 6:23:00 PM

You’ve caught many oceanic moods here…traversing the sea for travel and battles.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/25/2021 5:51:00 AM

Thank you Kim. Much appreciate your visit and comments.

Quoth Theraven

Date: 8/24/2021 7:49:00 AM

Vijay, Distinct in nature's greatest abundance covering seventy percent of Earth's surface. Whether you count five of them or the seven seas of antiquity they've always fascinated Manhind. Made sailors leave far from home to hunt their fortunes. For those lucky enough to return they are forever changed. You've encapsulated the mystery that keeps us returning time and again in this sea shanty poem. A Fave! -Richard

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/25/2021 5:50:00 AM

So special to receive your FAVE, Richard. Many thanks for your visit and lovely comments. Always appreciate and value your thoughts.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 8/24/2021 4:25:00 AM

An immensely beautiful poem that reflects the mighty and glorious oceans, my dearest friend, Vijay. Blessings.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2021 6:01:00 AM

So glad you liked the poem my friend. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/24/2021 4:18:00 AM

I like this personification that you have eloquently written. Enjoyed reading your contest entry. Reads like a good contender to me. Thanks for dropping by my page. Sara

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2021 6:00:00 AM

Glad you stopped by Sara, with your wonderful feedback. Much appreciate your thoughts. Many thanks.

Mike Gentile

Date: 8/24/2021 3:56:00 AM

The beauty and majesty of the ocean is well penned in this marvelous piece Vijay! I especially like "Tides of your moods" Well done sure to place high in the contest!! Happy Tuesday!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2021 5:59:00 AM

Much appreciate your vote of confidence, Mike. Many thanks for your kind remarks.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/23/2021 5:32:00 PM

"You are fierce, yet poetic" Oh my, such a breathtaking image ! I love the ebb and flow of the ocean, just watching wild waves wash upon the shore. Your thoughts take me there. :) Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2021 5:58:00 AM

Much appreciate your thoughts and insightful comments, Brandy. Always a joy. Many thanks.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 8/23/2021 9:54:00 AM

There is great strength in experiencing the ocean through the eyes of a seasoned poet. You did this with great depth, thank you for sharing your talented pen Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 1:36:00 PM

Thank you Vienna. Much appreciate your kind thoughts.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 8/23/2021 2:30:00 AM

A majestic poem on the oceans. Pity even the beautiful oceans are used for warfare. Best for a win.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:19:00 AM

Very special to hear that from a gifted poet. Much appreciate your kind remarks, Victor. Many many thanks.

Supraja Kannan

Date: 8/22/2021 11:11:00 PM

It reads like a beautiful tribute to the wondrous Ocean... Thoroughly enjoyed reading it and loved the lines ' Ferocious battlefield for the Navy, submarines,Yet, fairyland luxurious, rocking passenger ships... What a contrast!!! Beautifully said...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:17:00 AM

Being a nature lover yourself, I'm glad to read your comments, Supraja. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/22/2021 8:15:00 PM

Wow! This is incredible! It's well crafted, Vijay. You've done a fantastic job portraying the oceans. I particularly like the juxtaposition between the chaos of naval warfare and the tranquility of cruise liners cruising through the same waterways. And I particularly enjoyed the conclusion.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:16:00 AM

That is so very kind of you Lassad. You always spread goodwill on Soup through your comments to so many. Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks. Many thanks.

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/22/2021 12:57:00 PM

Wow! This is amazing! So well written and I love the ending. Great one Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:14:00 AM

Glad you liked the poem, Heidi. Many thanks. Much appreciate your visit and kind remarks, as always.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/22/2021 12:51:00 PM

You captured the oceans well Vijay, I like the contrast between sea battles and then the calm of cruise ships in the same waters. Good luck in the contest, hope you had a lovely weekend. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:13:00 AM

Yes, for sure, oceans are both fierce and poetic. Much appreciate Tom. Many thanks.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/22/2021 12:41:00 PM

You captured many many aspects of oceans here. WELL DONE, Vijay!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2021 6:12:00 AM

Thank you Andrea. Much appreciate your visit and comments.