Reminiscences of Being Together

Snowing tonight ~ whispering, luminescent, dazzling,  
                           Air misty, heavy ~ wind calm, serene, 
          Sights outside blurred, indistinct through the hazy window glasses, 
                       Rooftops getting blanketed with white laces ~ 
                               A picturesque winter wonderland, 

                           Treetops embellished with silver ornaments, 
                             grasses caressed by soft touches of snow,  
                                          My heart is with you, 
                    Craving for the profound tenderness of your company ~
                                              If only you knew. 

                         At the first demure light of dawn, open my eyes, 
                                           It's only you I think of. 
                             In between numerous mundane chores, 
                            Multitude of unavoidable responsibilities, 
                             Hours of running meaningless errands, 

                                             I ponder about you. 
                       At the end of an arduous day, before retiring to bed, 
                              who fills my heart with magical dreams?
                                 You ~ and the twinkle of your eyes ~
                                              If only you knew! 

                    So far away, exuberantly exploring unfamiliar countries, 
                    You are immersed, building a meaningfully bright future, 
                               Surrounded by charming delightful folks, 
                Sometimes a mysterious dream may wake you up at midnight, 
                                                 You wonder why! 

                             I write and write, pour my deepest thoughts, 
                         My innermost hopes and desires, pains and agony, 
                   Spend sleepless nights until my eyelids droop in slumber ~
                                                   If only you knew! 

 

                                                 October 25, 2020
                            For "If Only You Knew" Contest (Second Place)
                                                Sponsor: Silent One

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Date: 10/29/2020 12:35:00 PM
Oh what lovely poetic words nostalgia, love and longing are capable of producing, Mala! Congratulations on your fine win. Regards // paul
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/29/2020 4:50:00 PM
Thank you, Paul. Delighted to know you enjoyed the poem. Lovely comments like yours inspire me to write. Best wishes, Mala
Date: 10/27/2020 3:37:00 PM
"profound tenderness of your company", I just love the depth and humanity of that phrase, Mala. A lovely write from start to finish. Congratulations on your high placement ~ John
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/27/2020 3:40:00 PM
Thank you so much, John. Really appreciate your thoughtful comments - so inspiring! Best wishes, Mala
Date: 10/27/2020 8:38:00 AM
- A wonderful poem, Mala :) Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/27/2020 9:36:00 AM
Dear Anne-Lise, Thank you so much. Your inspiring comments mean a lot. Love, Mala
Date: 10/26/2020 9:02:00 PM
Malabika, great imagery, yet so far away. Congratulations on your win! Hugs Eve
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/27/2020 9:35:00 AM
Dear Eve, Thank you so much for reading my poem. Really appreciate your inspiring comments. Love, Mala
Date: 10/26/2020 8:16:00 PM
Nostalgic essence captured! Beautiful! Congrats!
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/27/2020 9:34:00 AM
Thank you so much, Dear Poet. Really appreciate your thoughtful comments. Best wishes, Mala
Date: 10/26/2020 5:14:00 PM
Congratulations on your win!
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/26/2020 5:37:00 PM
Thank you, Mark. Appreciate your kindness.
Date: 10/26/2020 10:44:00 AM
Hi Malabika, Congratulations on your placement in the contest. Have a wonderful day:-) Alexis
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/26/2020 5:38:00 PM
Thank you, Alexis. Appreciate your kind comments. Love, Mala
Date: 10/26/2020 9:09:00 AM
Long distance love is always so difficult... I could feel the imagery through out this poem.. Congratulations on your placement..
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/26/2020 5:26:00 PM
Thank you so much, Dear Poet, for the placement. It is quite an honour. Best wishes, Mala
Date: 10/25/2020 10:03:00 PM
If only you knew how enchanting and sublime your expression is dear Mala... This poem inspires me though I couldn't write poems anymore...I feel contentment seeing you continuing to write excellent pieces! It makes me proud. This gonna be a fave..
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Date: 10/25/2020 11:46:00 AM
Hello Mala, this is so romantic. This person of the poem will nver know how this person feels if this person is not told. Enjoy your day my friend.
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Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 10/27/2020 10:22:00 AM
Hello Mala, yes the theme is romantic. I agree. Enjoy your day my friend. love, Darlene.
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 10/25/2020 1:53:00 PM
Thanks, Darlene. The theme is romantic - how can I not be? Appreciate your lovely words. Have a great day! Love, Mala
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