Unsung Verse

What's behind the terse, unspoken sound
One that abruptly inserted a period
Invoking a sigh in the middle of a sentence

Was it the uneasy voice of her heart's lyrics
Announcing your song is still incomplete
Or ambivalence of despondent music
Reluctantly strumming devoid of melody

Perhaps it’s time for your bashful words
To complement echo of the unsung verse

Disclosing explicitly to her anxious world:

You saw it in the smile of her cheerful eyes
And heard it from symphony of dulcet vibes
And felt it in the ballet of her delicate touch
When she held you close in an intimate hug
While mellifluous whispers of love spoke 

December 8, 2021
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December 21, 2023 at 8:27 AM
This poem is a masterful exploration of the unsaid, delving into the subtle nuances that linger in the silence between words... The opening lines ponder the enigmatic nature of an unspoken sound, one that unexpectedly inserts a period and evokes a sigh, disrupting the flow of a sentence. This sets the stage for a reflection on the deeper layers of emotions and the unarticulated aspects of communication...
Kiser Avatar
January 11, 2022 at 3:27 PM
I think we've all been here at some point, well chosen wording.
Delaney Avatar
December 20, 2021 at 4:45 PM
Dear Vijay: Sometimes people regret the words not spoken, the missed moment. You have captured it well in your thoughtful poem.
Pandit Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 8:33 AM
Thank you SuZ--much appreciate.
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December 19, 2021 at 4:28 PM
One that abruptly inserted a period Invoking a sigh in the middle of a sentence…nice wording, Vijay!
Pandit Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 8:32 AM
Thank you Kim--much appreciate.
Marcum Wong Avatar
December 19, 2021 at 7:11 AM
This is a beautiful creative piece that causes one to reflect on the intricacies of love. Your poetry always amazes me Vijay. I have missed being as active as I was before. I hope to be here more often in the future to read your wonderful works of art. Mele Kalikimaka my friend. Blessings xxoo
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December 29, 2021 at 8:32 AM
Thank you Connie. Your visits are much valued. Much appreciate your kind feedback.
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December 13, 2021 at 2:10 PM
Lovely, touching piece that conveys a message about the warmth, but uncertainties, of love, Vijay. Janice
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December 14, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Much appreciate, Janice. Many thanks for your visit and comments.
Callus Avatar
December 12, 2021 at 9:58 AM
Beautiful words, Vijay. Unspoken words are delivered by other means, and often leave a more lasting impression. ~ Regards // paul
Pandit Avatar
December 14, 2021 at 6:04 AM
Thank you Paul--much appreciate.
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December 11, 2021 at 8:42 AM
Vijay, "What's behind the terse, unspoken sound ~~ One that abruptly inserted a period ~~ Invoking a sigh in the middle of a sentence". Such organic verse, as constant as the stars. -Richard
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December 17, 2021 at 3:26 PM
Vijay, There's beauty in the world that few care to stop and notice. I'm glad you do and learned how to share it with the world. Peace, Hope, Love, and Joy in the new year friend. -Richard
Pandit Avatar
December 12, 2021 at 5:59 AM
So very kind of you Richard. Much appreciate your feedback--many thanks.
DiMino Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 7:54 AM
He who hesitates is lost. For sure, go for it! Excellent poetry and advice.
Pandit Avatar
December 12, 2021 at 5:59 AM
Much appreciate--many thanks, Joe.
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December 11, 2021 at 1:34 AM
The words spoken and the ones unspoken.. in between another language has the upper hand.. your amazing poem ascends to that vast dimension that lends itself to many a reading and deep intuitive understanding.. A poetry of many hues for an avid reader to decrypt and highly cherish in a fave list! A great pleasure to read you, dear Vijay! My deepest regards and blessings.
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:25 AM
So nice to read your joyful comments, Besma. Much appreciate your complimentary feedback and a FAVE. Many thanks for taking the time to write such insightful comments. Regards.
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December 10, 2021 at 12:45 PM
- Dear Vijay ... thank you for this beautiful poem ... impressive as always - Have a wonderful weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:23 AM
Thank you Anne-Lise. Much appreciate.
Gentile Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 11:24 AM
Your verse whispers of love yet to be spoken, Beautiful lines Vijay! Very well written, Happy Friday!!
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:22 AM
Much appreciate Mike--many thanks.
Jayasankar Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:14 AM
Another beautiful verse that echoes your talent Vijayji.... The first stanza begins so cleverly.. Loved it... and an apt title... Excellent write as alway... God bless... ~ Ani
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:22 AM
Many thanks, Ani. Much appreciate your visit and comments.
Rose  Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 6:49 PM
Your poetry flows and grows tendrils round my heart Vijay, :)
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:21 AM
Thank you Vienna--much appreciate.
Brown Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 4:56 PM
Speechless was my reaction. Nicely penned. Blessings, Debra.
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:21 AM
So very kind of you. Much appreciate, Debra--many thanks.
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December 9, 2021 at 12:25 PM
WoW! Vijay, What a clever and creative verse. Your pen never ceases to amaze me. I agree with Tom, I found it to be thought-provoking as well. Each word and stanza is so well executed. Excellent job. Have a wonderful:-) Alexis
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:21 AM
Thank you Alexis. Much appreciate your complimentary remarks.
Dietrich Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 11:25 AM
this is so imaginative, Vijay. Lovely imagery as well.
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:20 AM
Much appreciate Andrea. Many thanks.
Proxenos Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 8:31 AM
'While mellifluous whispers of love spoke', you are a romantic artist of the mind and you capture the symphony of love, the orchestra of life and nature and when you combine and interact and interweave it all, look at what gems you create. Magnificent poetry dear Vijay. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
December 11, 2021 at 5:20 AM
Thank you Jennifer. Much appreciate your wonderful feedback.
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December 9, 2021 at 6:09 AM
The unsung verse is the essence of all verses, my friend, Vijay and it becomes the jewel of your poem with your ability to use the language so skillfully! Blessings!
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 7:30 AM
So very kind of you my friend. A jewel of of a feedback! Much appreciate as always. Many thanks, Demetrios.
George Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:56 AM
A pause and a sigh.... It could suggest so many things. More than the words uttered, such a silence creeping in troubled his mind... but at the end all anxieties and doubts were quelled when she held him in a tight embrace, whispering words of love! A poem with an intriguing opening, but ending in a note of euphoria!
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 7:28 AM
She was looking for reassurance as love sometimes does-hence the pause and a sigh. Much appreciate your insightful comments, as always, Valsa. Many thanks.
Nicole Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 7:51 PM
"A sigh in the middle of a sentence" I completely understand this feeling. Sometimes, those unspoken words are the ones that echo the loudest. In such a wonderful way. So beautiful and tender. Your thoughts caress the page with such elegance and grace. :) Brandy
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:43 AM
So nice to hear that from you my friend. Much appreciate your thoughts, as always. Many thanks, Brandy.
Baker Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 6:00 PM
I loved the intrigue of the beginning, but the closing verse was the most satisfying. Loved the emotion and sensitivity in it. Thanks for sharing, Vijay. Your friend, Bill
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:42 AM
Glad you like the closing stanza, Bill. Much appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Many thanks for your visit and comments.
Cunningham Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 11:04 AM
A thought provoking verse Vijay sometimes we don't have to say anything because often actions speak louder than words. If it's for a contest good luck. Tom
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:40 AM
So true and well said, Tom. Much appreciate your kind remarks. Many thanks. Wrote it as fun--not for contest.
Sands Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 10:46 AM
Excellent Vijay. What a perfect last stanza, after showing us the pause and apprehension! I hope all is well :)
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:39 AM
I am glad you liked the turn in the ending stanza. Much appreciate, as always, Heidi. Many thanks. All is well. Enjoy the holiday season.
Poet Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 10:45 AM
Vijay, you've got some excellent thoughts. Your poem glides with such lovely rhythms that it evolves into a real masterpiece. I love these two verses: Perhaps it’s time for your bashful words To complement echo of the unsung verse.
Pandit Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 5:38 AM
Your kindness and your thoughts are much appreciated, Lasaad. Many thanks for your kind remarks.
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