Vijay Pandit Poet Free verse

Warriors of a Different Kind

Some people have a reassuring smile
Always at ready no matter the time
Regardless of untold things on their minds--
They're the street-lamps burning all night

Comfort rules when they come around
For grief and pain then remain at bay
And aches of the night retreat in awe--
They're the dawn that illuminates dark

Answers they find when questions storm
They hold a sign when someone's lost
And when they speak, that becomes the norm--
They're the phrases wisdom is made of

Flowers in the midst of desert lands
A rain shower soothing in prolonged drought
Hope on the faces of distressed hearts--
They're the strength of weakened hands

Never confused between right and wrong
How they act mirrors the way they talk
Magic or special powers they don't have--
They're the goodwill of human hearts

July 10, 2020
Placed 2nd: Warrior poetry contest by Silent One

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Valsa George February 3, 2022 at 4:45 AM "Flowers in the midst of desert lands A rain shower soothing in prolonged drought Hope on the faces of distressed hearts-- They're the strength of weakened hands" These silent ones, warriors of a different kind make your life and my life cheerful. Their presence is a blessing ! Vijay, you have the correct idea of such people who are oases in a sandy desert!

Angela Crabtree October 11, 2020 at 4:29 PM This is a wonderful poem, Vijay. I have met a few people like this and I always felt comfortable around them. :) ~Angie

Aditi Mishra July 26, 2020 at 10:11 AM The world needs more such warriors who are messengers of kindness and goodwill. I am sure you are one of them. Congratulations on your win Vijay. Blessings my friend :)

JC Brul July 19, 2020 at 9:07 AM Great piece! Warriors come in different faces...Congratulatuions on your win..!!

Jennifer Proxenos July 18, 2020 at 11:57 AM Warrior of a different kind - of peace how wonderful - 'they're the goodwill of human hearts' Good luck my friend hugs and blessings, Jennifer.

Jeanne Mcgee July 15, 2020 at 11:45 PM special people these warriors. Great write Vijay.

Andrea Dietrich July 15, 2020 at 4:41 PM Congrats on a well deserved win, Vijay

John Hamilton July 15, 2020 at 11:01 AM Warriors of peace, an amazing write that I must fave, congrats on a great and deserving win! Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:42 PM Much appreciate John for your valued remarks--many thanks. A special thank you for the FAVE.

Brandy Nicole July 14, 2020 at 9:59 PM Oh my!! There is soooo much truth within. Being around those that have a positive outlook while holding a smile- it is very uplifting indeed. I wish to place this in my favorites. This is beautiful in every way. :) Brandy Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:41 PM Great as always to read your comments my friend. So very kind of you to FAVE the poem--many thanks, Brandy.

Malabika Ray Choudhury July 14, 2020 at 3:43 PM Congratulations on your win! It's a brilliant poem. Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:40 PM Much appreciate Mala--many thanks.

Jennifer Proxenos July 14, 2020 at 12:37 PM So many types of warrior, you inspire us to lean your way - touching awesome write - congratulations on your win in the contest my friend. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer. Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:40 PM Thank you Jennifer--much appreciate.

Paula Goldsmith July 14, 2020 at 11:19 AM Congratulations on your win. Very true, there are many different kinds of warriors. Your pen did a wonderful write. Enjoy your win and day............ Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:39 PM Much appreciate Paula--many thanks.

Silent One July 14, 2020 at 10:43 AM Congratulations on your placement in the contest.. Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:39 PM Thank you SO--much appreciate.

Winged Warrior July 14, 2020 at 4:30 AM Your pen bleeds awesomeness Vij...well executed dear friend...best wishes...^WW^ :o) Vijay Pandit July 25, 2020 at 1:39 PM Thank you WW--much appreciate.

Lawrence Sharp July 12, 2020 at 1:04 AM Indeed, Warriors Of A Higher Kind, we might say. Your tribute to the healers among us is very well conveyed, my friend. Vijay Pandit July 12, 2020 at 6:06 AM Much appreciate Lawrence--many thanks my friend.

Andrea Dietrich July 10, 2020 at 7:05 PM They are very special beings and you took the theme in a wonderful direction! Vijay Pandit July 11, 2020 at 6:22 AM Much appreciate the kind remarks, Andrea--many thanks.

Janice Canerdy July 10, 2020 at 2:06 PM Vijay, your beautiful poem describes the type of "warrior" that we should all pray to be! Janice Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:34 PM Thank you Janice--much appreciate your comments.

Freddie Robinson Jr. July 10, 2020 at 10:47 AM A poetic masterpiece work of art, Vijay! Your ink speak what many cannot adequately express, yet feel. A true Sherpa poet indeed! Love and peace rest upon you always. Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:33 PM Honored by your visit and comments, Freddie--much appreciate the kind remarks. Many thanks. Blessings!

Joanna Daniel July 10, 2020 at 9:13 AM This is simply brilliant, Vijay, winning me over with a smile:) Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:32 PM So nice to hear--much appreciate--many thanks, Jo.

Mystic Rose Rose July 10, 2020 at 8:05 AM Ah, I love this, its my fav, a winner for sure, not only in contest but in real life too. Winning wishes being blown towards the wind and onto you, xo Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:31 PM Much appreciate my friend--so very kind of you to say so. Many thanks, Vienna.

Jenna Logan July 10, 2020 at 7:42 AM Your warriors are often faced with a battle that takes more courage than one who wields a sword. I applaud your description of emotional warriors, Vijay. Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:30 PM Thank you Jenna--much appreciate.

Demetrios Trifiatis July 10, 2020 at 7:37 AM You have depicted the people who have been touched by God to lessen suffering in the world dearest, Vijay! Outstanding writing! Blessings! Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:30 PM Yes--they are special. Much appreciate my friend--many thanks, Demetrios.

Heidi Sands July 10, 2020 at 7:30 AM I like how you started this with the reassuring smile. These are true warriors amongst us. Well written Vijay :) Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:29 PM So true--much appreciate, Heidi--many thanks.

Tom Cunningham July 10, 2020 at 7:07 AM Indeed Vijay, they are the true warriors of mankind. Good luck Tom Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:29 PM Much appreciate Tom--many thanks.

Joseph May July 10, 2020 at 6:30 AM Warriors for the good of humanity, Very nicely penned Vijay Vijay Pandit July 10, 2020 at 4:28 PM Thank you Joseph--much appreciate.