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The Last Token

Be the halo of moon in a starless sky Be the angel of smiles for tearful eyes A beacon of hope in despair of grief A lighthouse for the souls lost at sea A gift of rose to lovelorn heartbeats Be a rainbow that gleams opaque arc An echo of peace from the hills of war A blush of new dawn on a foggy morn Be a birdsong, on a night gone wrong Be all you can be, every day and night Be the aura of light for every sight Take your evermore to clasp eternity Be uncountable, endless, like infinity But when your ship is about to sail Catch the last tender, don’t hesitate For, those you let board ahead of you Have uncanny inclination to forget-- It was their trespass into your heart That pilfered till there is nothing left A taunting laugh of your own silence Is the only sound you will hear then Naming you the impeccant, foolish soul Trapped and desolate, gripping isolation Having surrendered your last token April 3, 2021 Placed 4th: The last token premium contest Sponsor: Mystic Rose Rose

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Valsa George

Date: 11/24/2021 5:46:00 AM

I cannot say which line has attracted me more! It is a melody of pure bliss.... I particularly love the lines: A blush of new dawn on a foggy morn/ Be a birdsong, on a night gone wrong . Beautiful thoughts Vijay !

Robertina B.

Date: 4/27/2021 6:13:00 PM

Really enjoyed your verse, Vijay.. Imagery is excellent! An exquisite write, my friend.. A belated Congratulations! Your talent shines Many Blessings to you..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/28/2021 5:20:00 AM

Thank you my friend--much appreciate.

Sa Wal

Date: 4/20/2021 1:41:00 AM

Beautiful. Describes appropriately the present pandemic and what hope and strength means amidst it.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/20/2021 5:40:00 AM

Thank you--much appreciate your visit and comments.

Smita Kulkarni

Date: 4/15/2021 11:31:00 AM

Wow!! What an eloquent poetry you have offered us all!! It’s influential!! I read it many times to understand each message that each line gives. Thank you Vijay!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/20/2021 5:40:00 AM

Thank you for stopping by Smita. Much appreciate your kind feedback. Many thanks.

John Hamilton

Date: 4/14/2021 2:07:00 PM

Another remarkable write Vijay, stunning imagery as per usual with you, one of the best and a winner I see so double congrats to you!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/20/2021 5:39:00 AM

So very kind of you John. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 4/9/2021 11:17:00 AM

"Take your evermore to clasp eternity." Just one of many superb lines in this deeply penetrating poem, Vijay. Have read it several times. It is truly like an onion with layers of depth to be discovered with each read. Congratulations on your win.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/11/2021 6:28:00 AM

So nice to hear--especially from you, Sam. Much appreciate--Many thanks for your kind remarks.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 4/9/2021 7:47:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful story/write. Have a blessed day writing away............

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/11/2021 6:27:00 AM

Much appreciate, Paula--many thanks.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 4/8/2021 7:06:00 PM

Your poem took me away to the gloaming, in an endless see of imagined beauty. Loved it. Congrats on your win Vijay, and thanks for joining.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/11/2021 6:27:00 AM

Much appreciate, Vienna. Many thanks my friend.

Heidi Sands

Date: 4/6/2021 6:27:00 AM

This is very inspiring and wise advice from a caring heart. A fav worth returning to read. Well done Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/6/2021 7:40:00 AM

Thank you Heidi. Much appreciate your kind remarks. So special to receive a FAVE from you. Thanks again for your support.

Paul Callus

Date: 4/5/2021 6:52:00 AM

What an excellent take on this contest prompt, Vijay! It is unfortunate that many are always ready to abuse of people's kindness! ~ Regards // paul

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/5/2021 5:02:00 PM

So true, Paul. Much appreciate. Many thanks for your visit and comments. Regards.

Joanna Daniel

Date: 4/4/2021 11:47:00 PM

Oh wow! Beautiful writing and strong advice, Vijay:)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/5/2021 4:46:00 AM

Thank you, Jo. Much appreciate.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 4/4/2021 10:45:00 AM

SUPERB, vivid description of the woe that follows the forfeiting of that last token, Vijay! Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/5/2021 4:46:00 AM

Much appreciate your kind remarks, Janice. Many thanks for your visit and comments.

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 4/4/2021 12:37:00 AM

A poetic rainbow that decorates poetry's sky, my dearest friend, Vijay! Good luck! A fave

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/4/2021 5:05:00 AM

So very kind of you my friend. Thank you for your visit and comments. Much appreciate. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 4/3/2021 8:04:00 PM

"Be the halo of moon in a starless sky" This thought sets the mood for the entire poem. Many will take advantage of your heart, but always be true to who you are. "Be the aura of light" This is beautiful and tender, all at the same time. :) Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/4/2021 5:02:00 AM

Thank you my friend for your lovely comments. Much appreciate, as always, Brandy. Many thanks.

Harry Horsman

Date: 4/3/2021 7:41:00 PM

You are a remarkable poet, Vijay, this is stunning. good luck in contest.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/4/2021 5:01:00 AM

Thank you Harry--much appreciate.

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 4/3/2021 12:44:00 PM

What a contrast between the two parts of the poem. Benevolent and compassionate imagery fight it out with egoistic beings. Yet your stance will eventually win. Great poetry a usual.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 3:02:00 PM

Thank you Victor for your support. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks.

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 4/3/2021 8:35:00 AM

Wow! another amazing write! Every line, every imagery is stunning! BW ~ Mala

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 3:02:00 PM

Glad you could visit with your wonderful comments, Mala. Much appreciate. Many thanks.

Alexis Y.

Date: 4/3/2021 8:22:00 AM

WoW! Vijay, You are always so well written and filled with exceptional content and imagery. I tried to pick one or stanza that stood out, but I couldn't. Each line was amazing and poetic. I'm often in awe of your gift. Best wishes in the contest. Have a great day my, friend:-) Alexis

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 3:01:00 PM

Thank you my friend for your delightful feedback. Much appreciate, Alexis. Many thanks.

Judy Ball

Date: 4/3/2021 6:38:00 AM

This is wonderful Vijay as always. So uplifting and encouraging. And you remind that those who have used and abused your goodness are but trespassers in your life and you have lost nothing in them as long as you remain pure and unblemished by not becoming like them. Great write. A winner for sure. God Bless and Happy Easter to you and yours. Praise God! He Is Alive! JB

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 3:00:00 PM

Happy to read your kind remarks, Judy. Much appreciate. Many thanks. Happy Easter!

Tom Cunningham

Date: 4/3/2021 6:29:00 AM

Brilliantly composed Vijay, there are many in life who are takers forgetting the good others do for them often taking advantage. Hope you and your family have a lovely Easter weekend. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 2:59:00 PM

So nice of you to say so, Tom. Much appreciate, as always. Many thanks. Happy Easter!

Edward Ibeh

Date: 4/3/2021 6:17:00 AM

Phenomenal write as always, Vijay:-) It looks like a top winner to me. Happy Easter, my friend!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 4/3/2021 2:58:00 PM

Glad you visited with your wonderful comments, my friend. Many thanks, Edward. Much appreciate. Happy Easter!