Home » Poems » Sunita U.D Palawon » The Guard of the White Mansion

The Guard of the White Mansion

Oh ho! Hairstyle of hers has changed! So different she looks today; mature and confident. I like it. But oh! Her long old long tresses, I do miss... Gaze I do, at her shining face, everyday But I'm sad; look me into the eyes, she never does! Strange, she does bow to me in prayer every morning and hope of mine is sustained with her rare glimpses, up. Her kohl lined eyes and quivering lips tell her mood…. In glittering gold and exciting red palanquin, it was... The gate of this lovely mansion, she did cross. Not without paying homage to me, the historical guard. I longed to be the first to see the bride to rule here. Alas! dutiful veils hide her...then, one was teased by a gust; An elegant jewel clad hand came to grasp it and A radiant face lifted momentarily towards the sky And disappeared as quickly.... I was enchanted. So lovely… a real queen who would adorn my white mansion. Next day, she came blooming to the yard temple For her first day prayer… a woman complete…. Oh ho! Those tresses, long and humid; her tightened sari… And the sparkles of love and happiness on her bubbly face… I decided to guard her from that day, praying she blooms forever. A year now, my wish has been granted, she is as luminous. But I do hope she looks into my aggressive tiger face, once! 8/08/17 24 lines

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Silent One

Date: 1/13/2019 1:41:00 PM

Wonderful poem Sunita..

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 1/20/2019 8:27:00 AM

Thanks friend...god bless u.

David Smith

Date: 8/7/2018 9:08:00 PM

This one has got me thinking and asking questions about changing to please others., when we are not sure of their tastes, desires for and of us. Excellent write. Best regards David

Curtis Johnson

Date: 8/18/2017 3:55:00 PM

Thanks, Sunita, for comments on "Dear Jupiter". Guard of the White Mansion, very creative and interesting. Blessings. Curtis.

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/18/2017 9:56:00 PM

Thanks for the like and your poems was a pleasure to read. All the best :) Sunita

Akkina Downing

Date: 8/18/2017 12:29:00 PM

One of my fave from you Sunita. Absolutely beautiful :)

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/18/2017 9:55:00 PM

Thanks for honoring me with this choice, Akkina. Thanks for the read and appreciation. All the best in life. :) Sunita

Anil Deo

Date: 8/14/2017 8:44:00 PM

If it is your daughter-in-law, this is really well said. Great mix of tradition and love/admiration. Blessings, DEONILS

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/15/2017 3:01:00 AM

Actually, It's from the POV of the tiger statue guarding the gate of the mansion...thanks for the visit. Regards Sunita.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/11/2017 8:36:00 PM

What an interesting character study of this guard who can only see her from a small distance. You describe the woman beautifully.

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/17/2017 1:17:00 AM

Thanks Andrea for reading my poems and for the valuable comment. It does inspire me a lot. All the best! :) Sunita

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/11/2017 4:47:00 AM

- I was also enchanted by this great and interesting poem, Sunita - Beautiful written - Lovely weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/11/2017 6:34:00 AM

Thanks dearest friend for your kind visit and ever encouraging comment. Hugs Sunita :)

Ravi Sathasivam

Date: 8/10/2017 6:46:00 AM

Excellent portrait. Enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing it.

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/11/2017 4:34:00 AM

Thanks for the visit and the appreciation. All the best. :) Sunita

Maria Williams

Date: 8/9/2017 1:37:00 AM

This is a beautiful personification Sunita. I really got caught up in the story line and wanted more. Do tell......Maria

Sunita U.D Palawon
Date: 8/9/2017 6:35:00 AM

:D...i'm so touched by your visit and comment. There numerous twist to the story. In time I may continue. Thanks lot. Regs Sunita :)