Silent One Poet Free verse

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One Sip of Chai

When my fatigued pen,
succumbed to a sleepy state of silence

in the market place of silent poets,
I searched for a tea room to stimulate my mind

my quest led me to you.

I do not recall the colours 
of the cup, nor the saucer.
Only the shimmer of light,
reflecting your delicate, 
slightly tanned hands.

I wondered, was it the chai 
or those hazel bronze eyes -
something left me mesmerised.

One sip,
a sudden sense of serenity
overcame me  -
like the sun had risen through my heart,
warm rays beamed through my eyes.

To not lose the moment,
I sipped slowly, savouring subtle sensations. 
Silky smooth liquid caressed my tantalised tongue,
as taste buds yearned for just one sip from your lips.

Suddenly, a profusion of poetic thoughts
began to burst through my mind.

This was no simple musing.
Rekindled pen began to flow like rivers of chai.

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Paula Goldsmith February 11, 2024 at 8:52 AM Congratulations on your wonderful "Tea Time" write/story/picture. Love The Great Ending... Now for a cup of tea. Have a blessed day with a cup of tea.............

Anne-Lise Andresen February 8, 2024 at 9:11 AM - Thanks for the tea ... and congratulations on your win in the contest :) -

Roxane Aristy November 26, 2019 at 10:01 AM Beautiful, suggestive, overflowing with poetry!

Black Matta November 10, 2019 at 4:26 PM So relaxing and touchy, I wish I had a cup now.. listening to the amazing music and reading your wonderful poem. Oh my God! Great! Silent One November 10, 2019 at 4:28 PM Thank you.. would be great..

Ann Foster October 4, 2019 at 9:39 PM This was simply lovely. I read it twice then put in favs. Ann

Smita Kulkarni August 19, 2019 at 2:33 PM Hmm... Very beautifully described! I enjoy chai too, the one with grated ginger in it!

Bl Devnath August 18, 2019 at 10:56 AM Beautifully penned the magic of chai my dear friend. Loved always, bl

Marugu Mo August 10, 2019 at 10:25 PM I wonder if chai should be classified a drug ;). Nice writing. Loved it

Sunlite Wanter August 10, 2019 at 6:43 PM I ran across this in the "Top 100." I am enthralled!

Panagiota Romios August 2, 2019 at 3:40 AM Must get some Chai. Panagiota

Carole Duet July 26, 2019 at 2:54 PM Love it! It reminds me of that old song, "Strangers in the Night". Exhilarating...

John Hamilton July 26, 2019 at 9:52 AM Chai tea is my favourite, you described it well, it is especially tantalizing in winter's chill. I love your word selection and alliteration eg sudden sense of serenity. I used one of your titles in my 20 titles poem, it fit perfectly. Thanks for being you!

Susan Ashley July 24, 2019 at 9:15 PM Your poetic talent shimmers in each and every poetic line of this brilliant gem, Silent One. Your poem is as captivating as ‘hazel bronze eyes’ and a perfect cup of chai. Exquisite poetry, my dear friend. Warmest wishes always.. ~Susan

Richard Lamoureux July 24, 2019 at 8:18 AM Those times when time slows down can gift us euphoria. You captured the essence of beauty with this piece.

Jennifer Proxenos July 23, 2019 at 1:24 PM And all because of a sip of Chai - such enchanting, tantalising poetry. A serene yet sultry write loved it S.O. Hugs, Jennifer.

Anisha Dutta July 22, 2019 at 11:30 PM How do you know the Bengali term 'Chai'? My Dad was very fond of Tea. In our childhood, there was no place for coffee. Now coffee has entered as a favorite drink. I like tea but prefer coffee. Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:02 AM I did not know it was a Bengali term, I thought it was a generic sub continent term.. I am a coffee drinker also.. But this cup of chai was something else...

Sakshi Singh July 22, 2019 at 9:12 PM Oh wow! This is Sth new & amazing... My father is also fond of chai... So much. Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:03 AM Thank you Sakshi..

Charles Messina July 22, 2019 at 7:41 PM This is so good SO. I almost wanted to take a sip myself...lol Outstanding poetry from an outstanding poet. SALUTE! Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:05 AM Thank you Charlie, will get you a cup my friend...

Panagiota Romios July 22, 2019 at 4:52 PM The magic of your pen is glowing Panagiota Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:06 AM Thank you..

Harry Horsman July 22, 2019 at 3:39 PM and the flow of your wonderful poetry, goes on and on, beautifully Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:13 AM Thank you Harry..

Brandy Nicole July 21, 2019 at 10:00 PM Sometimes, all it takes is one moment- to be truly captivated. One sip is never enough, when lingering in love. This is so beautiful and tender. Poetry from the heart. :) Brandy Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:13 AM Indeed it does, thank you Brandy...

Sandra Adams July 21, 2019 at 6:13 PM wow....this one is gorgeous! Your muse was singing loud and clear here....it's another favorite of yours for me :) hugs Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:15 AM Thank you Sandra...

Connie Marcum Wong July 21, 2019 at 3:08 PM I love this beautiful poem Silent! It left me feeling inspired. Your music added to the romantic ambience. Exquisite...and I am faving this beauty! : ) xxoo Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:15 AM Glad you liked it Connie... Thank you...

Arturo Michael July 21, 2019 at 12:34 PM I've had it before...I like it...but in the end I'm the coffee man...Nicely done... Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:15 AM Thank you Arturo..

Alexis Y. July 21, 2019 at 11:38 AM Hi Silent, As I read the poem with the violins playing in the background made a well written piece even better. I agree Victor, you out did yourself with this one:-) Alexis Silent One July 23, 2019 at 10:20 AM Thank you for your kind words Alexis..

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