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August 31, 2023
Placed 3rd: Letter to My Children Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Anoucheka Gangabissoon

Drive mindfully, dear children, as you traverse hurdled highways of life, Cognizant that adjacent to an oasis of joy, lies a desert brooding strife; Assume charge of your chosen path, obey rules of road as you ride, Pursuing life’s aspirations you vie, with compass of mind as your guide. Beware things luring you with glitter, may be just metal, feigning gold, Love superficial, love that is shallow, never the love for you to behold; Don’t let a mirage~ a spurious illusion~ become an aspiration of hope, Life, a vast ocean, as it ebbs and flows, learn to navigate, strive to cope. As shrouds and clouds obscure life, seek enlightenment to wear a smile, Defy encroachment of grimace, defy the vibes that cramp your style; Embrace blissed domain of empathy, proffering missives angelic, kind, Yield to others, who are lost, show them the egress destiny designed. Build your abode on pillars of morals, revering honesty, and trust, For they are the hallmarks of people, respectable, equitable, just; Mind your paradigms and proverbs, practice always what you say, Extend genuine gestures of regret, when actions have gone astray. Be grateful for family and friends, honor them in prayers of heart, Create keepsake albums of memories, life-scapes endearing impart; For they are the priceless treasures of love, omnipresent lifelong, Inspiring, nurturing you, reassuring all along~ love can do no wrong.

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 3/15/2024 12:02:00 PM

Vijay, this is a wonderful code of morality that all of us could refer to for guidance. It is amazing all the things that can go wrong, and we do have to resist going that way. The only good news with bad is that it instructs one on what not to do next time--at least for most of us who do not wish to harm others!!!

Joanna Daniel

Date: 9/4/2023 10:24:00 PM

Advice in rhyme, so so beautiful, Vijay:) going to my faves:)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/7/2023 4:23:00 AM

So very kind of you Jo. Much appreciate your insights my friend. Many thanks. And a very special thank you for the FAVE.

Hiya Sharma

Date: 9/4/2023 6:01:00 AM

Oh my, this piece is such a magnificent gem.. A beautiful letter incorporated in poetic lines for children, which allows them to actually grasp the essence of life, absorb the words of wisdom and apply them with full heart in their upcoming and blossoming lives.. I love so many lines here and the truths you've so impeccably painted within eloquent words.. Absolutely an admirable and majestic write, it's always a pleasure reading your brilliant work.. :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/4/2023 7:46:00 AM

So special and rewarding to read such glowing feedback from a gifted poet. Your cheerful remarks shine always, wherever you visit on Soup. A joy to read you work as well, Hiya.

Evelyn Judy Buehler

Date: 9/3/2023 4:30:00 PM

Wise and lovely lines for children to treasure and live by. I enjoyed this beautiful poem, Vijay.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/4/2023 7:43:00 AM

So very kind of you, Evelyn. Much appreciate--many thanks.

Silent One

Date: 9/3/2023 2:19:00 AM

Do your children like rhymes? It flows and rhymes so well as always.. you really know how to write heartfelt poems and this one many parents will relate to and want to pass onto their children.. So many wonderful lines here...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/4/2023 7:42:00 AM

Thank you my friend. An honor to read your thoughtful remarks, SO. Much appreciate.

Sally Eslinger

Date: 9/2/2023 5:55:00 PM

Wonderful & wise! Wish someone would copy this to FB Psoup, si i may share it to our own boys, needing these thoughts for themselves & now raising their own children! I’m Fav-ing to figureout how to print out. God smiles! Hugs, sally

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/4/2023 7:41:00 AM

Always a delight to read your heartfelt remarks and such an honor to receive your FAVE, Sally. Much appreciate your kindness my friend. Many thanks.

Joe Dimino

Date: 9/1/2023 8:15:00 PM

"Don’t let a mirage~ a spurious illusion~ become an aspiration of hope, Life, a vast ocean, as it ebbs and flows, learn to navigate, strive to cope." A great gift of wisdom, for your children. Such loving devotion...blessings?

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/4/2023 7:39:00 AM

Thank you my friend. I always appreciate your insights, Joe. Many thanks for stopping by.

Janice Canerdy

Date: 9/1/2023 10:27:00 AM

Vijay, your advice is both timely and timeless, eloquently declared, and kind yet realistic! Janice

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 12:21:00 PM

Thank you Janice--much appreciate.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/1/2023 6:36:00 AM

Great advice artfully presented. Best of luck in the contest.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 12:20:00 PM

Many thanks, Richard. Glad to see you--it's been a while.

Robert Lindley

Date: 9/1/2023 6:34:00 AM

My good friend, so very many great verses in this heartfelt new creation. EVERY stanza a golden wish for the happiness of family and your words are a beautiful kiss to your children! The last stanza is truly, truly exceptional advice lovingly penned. A jewel and a fav. God bless you...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 12:20:00 PM

Honored to read your generous remarks my friend. And so very special to receive your FAVE, Robert. Much appreciate your visit and comments. Many thanks.

Brandy Nicole

Date: 8/31/2023 8:02:00 PM

"Build your abode on pillars of morals, revering honesty, and trust." Yes, for a better world. The last stanza is beautiful, tender, while holding so much truth. Within are words of wisdom. My best to you, Vijay. :) Hugs, Brandy

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:18:00 AM

Thank you my friend. Always a delight to read your comments. Much appreciate--many thanks. Hugs to you as well, Brandy.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/31/2023 2:47:00 PM

wow, this was loaded with lots and lots of good rhymed advice!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:17:00 AM

Thank you Andrea. Much appreciate your kind feedback.

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 8/31/2023 2:21:00 PM

Be grateful for family and friends, honor them in prayers of heart, you honor with such great capacity to lead and teach along the way, your children are very lucky Vijay :) gl in the contest

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:16:00 AM

That is very kind my friend. Much appreciate, Vienna, your valued remarks. Many thanks.

Ink Empress

Date: 8/31/2023 1:13:00 PM

This is so good! I absolutely love how poetic your letter for your children is. So much said in such an artistic manner. Your children would cherish those words im sure. I especially loved “ as clouds and shrouds obscure life… “ how deep is that. A very heartfelt letter: so moving. And profound. One of the best letters ive read so far and uve included so many important things we as parents would want to remind our children. Phenomenal write

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:15:00 AM

That is very nice to read--coming from you, Ink. Glad you liked the poem. Much appreciate your insights and generous feedback. Many thanks.

Jay Narain

Date: 8/31/2023 10:50:00 AM

Nice advice from a learned friend. Kids will benefit it in their entire life, if they read it and keep in their mind. Well penned.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:14:00 AM

So true and spoken like a father. Much appreciate, Jay. Many thanks.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 8/31/2023 10:29:00 AM

Words of wisdom Vijay, every parent should use this as a guide when advising their children as they prepare for life in the outside world. Tom

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:13:00 AM

Your comments hit the mark, Tom. Much appreciate your presence on my page, as always. Many thanks.

Sotto Poet

Date: 8/31/2023 8:25:00 AM

This heartfelt letter to your children, Vijay, is an absolute treasure that deserves to be displayed prominently in their homes. The beauty lies in your approach, where you impart wise and uplifting guidance on navigating life without imposing or dictating their choices. The key lies in fostering a deep bond of love, trust, and belief so that they willingly embrace your words of wisdom. Your poem is truly exceptional.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:12:00 AM

Thank you my friend. You are always so very kind and generous with your remarks. Much appreciated and much valued, Lasaad. Many thanks.

Joseph May

Date: 8/31/2023 7:56:00 AM

Words of advice to be heeded and treasured as they navigate the highways of life... while creating memories to cherish along the way

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:11:00 AM

So true. Much appreciate your insights, Joseph. Many thanks.

Jan Allison

Date: 8/31/2023 7:41:00 AM

wise words indeed Vijay. hugs jan xx

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:10:00 AM

Much appreciate your visit and kind feedback, Jan. Many thanks. Hugs to you as well, Jan.

David Kavanagh

Date: 8/31/2023 7:09:00 AM

I like the approach taken here Vijay, to offer sound, and encouraging advice on life to try help our offspring, without taking over or living their lives for them, in the end if our children love, trust, and believe in us, they will follow our advice, top class poem, cheers David

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:09:00 AM

So nice to hear that from you David. I agree with your insights my friend. Much appreciate your visit. Many thanks.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/31/2023 6:42:00 AM

- A wonderful and loving letter to your children, Vijay - What a gift... should have been framed in their home :) - hugs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:08:00 AM

So very kind of you Anne-Lise. Much appreciate, as always--many thanks.

Tom Woody

Date: 8/31/2023 6:35:00 AM

Awesome poetic admonition to your offspring. Reminds me a bit of the Cat Stevens song Wild World. If only they would listen to our wise advice...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:07:00 AM

Yes--it is wild world out there, Tom. If you say it and go away it sinks in eventually--but more important if they see you do what you say it works over time. Much appreciate your comments--many thanks.

Heidi Sands

Date: 8/31/2023 5:19:00 AM

Wow! This is worth reading many times. Valuable advice in this poem Vijay. Very nice to read today. A Fave for me.I hope you have a beautiful day :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/1/2023 5:03:00 AM

Thank you my friend. I am delighted by your feedback. So very special to receive your FAVE. Many thanks, Heidi.