Silence

It was neither empty nor hollow Why was it named thus I never knew Enchanting midnights Hopeful dreams Unspoken solace Hushed screams Haunting fears Lost places Unremoved scars Undefeated battles Nostalgic innocence Regained spirit Undying faith Lonely victories Joyous defeats Whispered lullabies Cocooned love Saw everything Remained with everyone Who named it silence? May 13, 2020 BRIAN'S CHOICE B,any form,any theme Contest ~Winner: First Place Your best free verse 2020 Contest Sponsor: John Hamilton ~Winner: Third Place

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Susan Ashley

Date: 5/29/2020 2:23:00 PM

There is darkness and beauty in the many shades of silence you've so thoughtfully and emotionally expressed, Aditi. A potent yet delicate piece of pensive depth. Congratulations on your excellent win in John's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/29/2020 2:39:00 PM

I am glad you loved my words. Thank you for your kind appreciation and wishes. God bless you Susan :)

John Watt

Date: 5/26/2020 6:45:00 PM

Aditi, I would love to hear your thoughts about a poem of mine on this subject: https://www.poetrysoup.com/poem/truth_in_silence_1240120. Thank you for your kind visits and words ~ John

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/27/2020 1:14:00 AM

Thank you for sharing this one with me. I am glad I get to read your words John :)

John Watt

Date: 5/25/2020 9:14:00 PM

Congratulations for this win, Aditi. So nice to see you gain more readers and more acknowledgement for your excellent poetry!

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/26/2020 9:24:00 AM

Thank you once again for your kind words of support and appreciation John! Your words always encourage me :)

Debjani Mitra

Date: 5/25/2020 8:12:00 PM

So little said, yet strong ..yes Aditi, silence indeed is a powerful tool.. congratulations on your creative pieces winning appreciation

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/26/2020 9:23:00 AM

I am glad you loved it Debjani. Thank you for your kind words of appreciation :)

John Hamilton

Date: 5/25/2020 7:31:00 PM

Congrats Aditi on an excellent entry, congrats on a fine win!

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/26/2020 9:23:00 AM

Thank you for the appreciation and for placing me in your contest John :)

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 5/15/2020 10:43:00 AM

Congratulations! Unique and thoughtful poem! Best wishes.

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/15/2020 11:23:00 AM

Thank you for appreciating Malabika :)

Anisha Dutta

Date: 5/14/2020 12:18:00 PM

BIG CONGRATS for continuous TOP ranking. Blessing

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/14/2020 12:22:00 PM

Thank you for your blessings :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/14/2020 6:44:00 AM

Thrilled again to see you in the first place in Brian's contest. Congrats, Aditi.

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/14/2020 7:42:00 AM

Blessed by your kind appreciation Vijay :)

Winged Warrior

Date: 5/14/2020 2:30:00 AM

Excellent poetry my friend...Congrats!! on POTD!! and on the win, Aditi...welcome to the soup my friend...best wishes from the Wingster :o)

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/14/2020 2:37:00 AM

Thank you dear friend for your wishes and encouragement :)

Gideon Idudje

Date: 5/14/2020 1:45:00 AM

Congratulations On your First place Win Bravo!

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/14/2020 2:05:00 AM

Thanks so much for your blessing :)

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 5/14/2020 1:34:00 AM

A very lovely and unique poem deserving of your First Place Aditi. Congratulations! xxoo

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/14/2020 1:36:00 AM

Thank you Connie for your appreciation. :)

John Watt

Date: 5/13/2020 9:00:00 PM

"Listen to silence. It has so much to say" - Rumi. You have gone very deep with this one, Aditi. So many poignant and thoughtful examples of silence, both pleasant and terrifying. Excellent writing, my friend. I look forward to reading more ~ John

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/13/2020 10:24:00 PM

I am so blessed for this deep understanding of yours for this one. Thank you so much for your appreciation and wishes John. :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 5/13/2020 4:14:00 PM

This is very clever and original. You have the gift to make your point succinctly. Kudos, Aditi.

Aditi Mishra
Date: 5/13/2020 10:21:00 PM

You are always gracious with your reviews Vijay. Gratitude and blessings. Thank you :)