Vijay Pandit Poet Verse

That Was Then, This Is Now

Roses felt rosier and Jasmine more fragrant
As tender winds breezed caressing our aura
Inducing sweet emotions in voices of passion
When eloquently we spoke language of love
Hosting conversation of charming sensations.

Climbing up high, touching contours of sky
A new dawn gladly smiled on our horizon
Uplifting golden sun in jubilance of autumn
Spreading amber tinges on orange elation
Teasing us with vignettes of doting affection.

Happily we discovered blushing inspirations
Igniting the flames of our cherished wants
As we held hands on pristine river banks
Undulating in meadows of resplendent vistas 
Yearning to decipher the song in our heart.

Life then altered the meaning of our resolve
As we grew apart, forgetting idyllic vows
In sensuous aspirations of brand new starts.

How quickly love changed as time evolved---
Neither the same you are, nor am I who I was.

January 22, 2019
Placed first:That was then, this is now--contest by Silent One
Placed first: Strand choice K contest by Brian Strand

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Valsa George February 7, 2023 at 7:56 PM A drastic change came over the love scape when the lovers changed from what they have been. Charming sensations and sensuous aspirations gave way to harsh realities. Great poem as ever, Vijay

Angela Crabtree December 5, 2020 at 3:38 PM "The language of love"... Beautiful poem, Vijay :)

Paula Goldsmith March 20, 2020 at 10:43 AM Congratulations on your win. I love where to said, "How quickly love changed as time evolved---Neither the same you are, nor am I who I was." That is so true. Enjoy your wonderful win and day...............

Sam Kauffman March 20, 2020 at 12:16 AM Your poetic language is really lovely and full of unexpected delights. Congratulations Vijay.

Panagiota Romios May 26, 2019 at 2:31 AM I never saw this one. Really late on Congrats to you. I was only here a months when you got this and still finding my way around. Quite a poem!

Jennifer Proxenos February 9, 2019 at 12:34 AM Hi Vijay, So very well written and explained - congrats on your win Vijay although belated very heartfelt! Poetry hugs, Jennifer.

Andrea Dietrich February 8, 2019 at 7:22 PM Belated Congrats to you, Vijay, I just never seem to have time to get to all the many winner lists in thi place!!

Brandy Nicole January 28, 2019 at 11:08 PM Congratulations Vijay, on this win. These thoughts still move me. ~ Brandy Vijay Pandit January 29, 2019 at 7:39 AM Thank you Brandy.

Anne-Lise Andresen January 28, 2019 at 11:26 AM - Congratulations on a well earned first place, Vijay - I had several ideas for this contest, but didn't post any of them :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:53 PM Thank you Anne-Lise. Hope to see your new poem soon.

Warren Doll January 28, 2019 at 9:29 AM Congratulations on your win, Vijay. Well deserved for this gem, Best Wishes~ Warren Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:52 PM Thank you Warren.

Beata Agustin January 27, 2019 at 11:56 PM Congrats! Thanks for sharing your talent. God bless you. Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:52 PM Thank you Beata.

Joseph May January 27, 2019 at 8:08 PM Dropping back with my Congrats on your win Vijay.. Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:52 PM Thank you Joseph.

Alexis Y. January 27, 2019 at 1:47 PM Hi Vijay, I'm just coming back to say congratulations on your 1st place win. It was well deserved:-) Alexis Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:52 PM Thank you Alexis.

Carolyn Devonshire January 27, 2019 at 10:33 AM I remember how much I loved this poem when I read it earlier, Vijay. Huge Congratulations on your first-place win! Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:51 PM Thank you Carolyn.

Dale Gregory Cozart January 27, 2019 at 9:24 AM Congrats for a fine poem, Vijay. Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:51 PM Thank you Dale.

Heidi Sands January 27, 2019 at 9:02 AM Congratulations for your top win Vijay ! :) Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:51 PM Thank you Heidi.

Silent One January 27, 2019 at 8:18 AM so many will be able to relate to this, because people change, which means the love they have between each other changes.. some just dont know how to love.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest.. Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:50 PM Thank you Silent One.

Chuck Melugin January 27, 2019 at 8:07 AM Vijay.....Mr. Smith is so proud for you to use his name!!!.........wordsmith!! Vijay Pandit January 28, 2019 at 2:50 PM Thank you Chuck.

Alexis Y. January 26, 2019 at 8:03 AM Hi Vijay, This is perfect for the contest theme.Love does evolve and change. You expressed that very well in this well written piece. It looks like a winner to me. I wish you the best of luck in the contest:-) Alexis Vijay Pandit January 26, 2019 at 1:41 PM Thank you Alexis. Appreciate the kind words.

Jennifer Proxenos January 25, 2019 at 11:31 PM A sad but oh so well penned poem. Your romantic nature always is visible. Hope in the next contest this couple comes together again - oh I'm just a hopeless romantic! Poetry hugs, Jennifer. Vijay Pandit January 26, 2019 at 7:45 AM Thank you Jennifer..appreciate the kind words.

Mystic Rose Rose January 25, 2019 at 8:07 PM As people we forever move forward and change, we either change apart or change together, preferably together, Always nice that way. Nice poem Vij, thanks for sharing, have a great evening xo Vijay Pandit January 26, 2019 at 7:45 AM Thank you Pixie. Appreciate the kind words.

Besma Riabi Dziri January 25, 2019 at 8:21 AM You inspire in "then" and in "now", dear Vijay.. You elate your reader's soul with your outstanding Verse! Nothing is ever the same! "How quickly" we change "as time evolves"! Very deep and shaking are the two closing lines! With every change, your poetry is elevated to heights of Beauty.. A great delight to read and a FAV. My warmest regards and Blessings. Vijay Pandit January 25, 2019 at 4:58 PM I am always delighted to read your feedback. Thank you for your generous comments, Besma. Your visit much appreciated..your opinions is much valued. Regards.

Kudzai Mhangwa January 25, 2019 at 4:41 AM You must have dug really deep to produce this, this one is so beautiful and tragic at the same time. A well written piece Vijay Pandit January 25, 2019 at 7:42 AM Thank you Kudzai.

Connie Marcum Wong January 25, 2019 at 12:18 AM That is sadly what happens to many couples as their lives change, they grow apart and even after many years together they part. Beautifully and romantically expressed Vijay. : ) xxoo Vijay Pandit January 25, 2019 at 7:42 AM Thank you Connie.

Harry Horsman January 24, 2019 at 3:50 PM Love your take on this contest, such powerful poetry deserves to be a winner. Vijay Pandit January 25, 2019 at 7:42 AM Thank you Harry.

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