The Promise

Enshrined on tapestry crimson, ruby
Purple love scintillates orchid dreams
Flaunting sensuality of magical appeal
Waltzing sweet melodies of romance;
Oh, fondly I recall our first kiss now--
It was the promise of amethyst dawn!

Swaying in colors of pink, red tulips
Love in the prairies of yellow daffodils
Setting its sights upon indigo iris
Dazzles verdant fields on butterfly wings;
Oh, playfully I recall the allure of tease--
It was the promise of vibrant spring!

Embrace of love on the opulent horizon
Watching orange glow dip in the ocean
Glittering emotions as gilded waves beckon
Spurs in twilight arousal of passions;
Oh, gaily I recall the crush of nightfall--
It was the promise of quixotic sundown!

Love yearning for blazing red meadows
Whirling desires fiery amber, brown
Gazing at fervor of mulberry evening
Seduces your aura, caressing feelings;
Oh, happily I recall the dalliance of fall--
It was the promise of autumnal awe!

But the promise I treasure adoringly now
Was enunciated in the epigram of stars
By the prophecy of moon scripted above;
Oh, intimately I recall bliss of Shangri-la--
It was the promise of two loving hearts!

June 2, 2020
Placed 1st: The promise poetry contest by Silent One
Placed 3rd: Brian's Select 9 Contest
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George Avatar
January 1, 2022 at 8:10 PM
When two hearts are in love nature and seasons carry a special charm ! You have created a heavenly ambiance. 'Oh, fondly I recall our first kiss now-- It was the promise of amethyst dawn'! Love this refrain at the end of each stanza.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 7:28 PM
Congratulations on your win. Love the choice of captivating words and stunning images. Love the ending line of each stanza! That makes the poem irresistible!
Pandit Avatar
June 7, 2020 at 9:56 AM
Much appreciate, Malabika--many thanks.
Mishra Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 12:59 PM
Love the enchanting effect of your words. You paint the picture of a blissful promise of love with your gorgeous imagery and beautiful emotions. How splendidly it flows from every phase and season! Amazing poetry. Congratulations on your win Vijay :)
Pandit Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 2:25 PM
So very kind of you Aditi--much appreciate your feedback--many thanks.
Proxenos Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 11:19 AM
A promise made between two beautiful hearts is bound to be up for a lst win - congratulations dear friend. Jennifer
Pandit Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 2:24 PM
Thank you my friend--much appreciate.
One Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 7:28 AM
So happy your promise was fulfilled, your poem is full of romantic lines, creating beautiful imagery.. Congratulations on your first place in the contest..
Pandit Avatar
June 6, 2020 at 2:24 PM
Thank you, SO..much appreciate your kind feedback. many thanks.
Mcdaid Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 2:14 PM
now that sure was a promise painted so very beautifully by your pen wishing you a blessed week vijay
Pandit Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 2:42 PM
Much appreciate Liam--many thanks.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 9:19 AM
"The promise of two loving hearts"! With the vibrancy of a heart of a lover.. with the warmth and bliss of memories.. with the endless charm of seasons.. with the rainbow of unique colours.. all the promises are, not just cherished memories, rather a tangible living realty, a great poetry, that deeply delight the reader's senses! An amazing poetry, dear Vijay! and a great pleasure to read! Best regards. God bless you.
Pandit Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 10:38 AM
Delighted by your feedback Besma--always happy to read your comments..many thanks. Regards.
Nicole Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 10:54 PM
You always create such beautiful images with your words. "the promise of two loving hearts!" And that is the way it should be. This is so beautiful and romantic. It is Poetry in Motion. :) Brandy
Pandit Avatar
June 4, 2020 at 10:38 AM
So very kind of you, Brandy--always a pleasure to read your comments--many thanks.
Gentile Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 10:15 AM
Vijay, I really love the way you threaded the theme of a promise through the different elements, so well crafted and full of your exceptional imagery! Best of luck !!
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 11:21 AM
So very kind of you Mike--much appreciate--many thanks.
Warrior Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 8:34 AM
(((NICE)))...^WW^ :o)
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 10:01 AM
Thank you WW--much appreciate.
Brul Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 7:42 AM
Wow, fantastic imagery! Left me breathless. Goodluck for the win.
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 10:01 AM
So very kind of you--much appreciate the kind remarks--many thanks, JCB.
Trifiatis Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 5:11 AM
A whirlpool of beautiful verses that invites the soul to admire your poetic exaltation dear, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 6:49 AM
So very kind of you my friend--much appreciate--many thanks.
Vangaveti Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 1:16 AM
Such a wonderful romantic piece!! I'm still dancing amidst your ecstatic words!!
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 6:48 AM
Thank you Swetha--much appreciate your visit and comments.
Dietrich Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 6:28 PM
the dalliance of fall. That was SO cool!! Many great lines of imagery in this one. I enjoyed how each verse ended with It was the promise of...
Pandit Avatar
June 3, 2020 at 6:47 AM
Much appreciate Andrea your kind feedback. Many thanks.
Onclaud Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 4:40 PM
this charms me no end in an otherwise bleak tableau...incredibly penned!...stay safe and huggs
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 5:28 PM
Much appreciate, Nette--many thanks.
De Beaulieu Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 1:50 PM
Hello Vijay pandit, this is so romantic. Enjoy your day my friend.
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 5:27 PM
Thank you Darlene--much appreciate, my friend.
May Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 8:52 AM
Very nicely done Vijay, best wishes in the contest..
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 5:27 PM
Many thanks Joseph--much appreciate your kind feedback.
Cunningham Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 7:37 AM
You are the master of romance and imagery Vijay. Brilliantly composed, Good luck in the contest Tom
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 5:27 PM
That is so nice to hear--much appreciate your kind remarks, Tom--many thanks.
Sharp Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 6:31 AM
Colourful and visual as ever; great progression, great way to end ! Nice one, my friend.
Pandit Avatar
June 2, 2020 at 5:26 PM
So very kind of you my friend..much appreciate your visit and comments..many thanks, Lawrence.
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