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We Walk Alone

The night kissed the fading day With a whisper: "I am death, your mother, From me you will get new birth." by Rabindranath Tagore we do not ponder about death until life progresses towards twilight ... we start reflecting on mortality and death. many questions arise, float through our mind - all religions have different interpretations of where we go... we try to figure out the ultimate truth. is life only a series of dreams? a dream which ends, and we become part of the cosmos? are those stars glistening in the dark, showering blessings, my loved ones? what is the point of amassing wealth, when we leave, we leave bare-handed. death can be sublime, death can be painful. we fall in love, we build relationships, but In Death, we walk alone. wheel of life never stops .. a river reaches the ocean meandering through plains and valleys. trees flower, seasons change, leaves fall. Life's journey ends. Love exists with its splendour, Compassion, Kindness, Honesty, Dreams … tender Moments linger for infinity, Death fails to erase life’s legacy. February 22, 2022 For "F-form -Free Verse - New- Poetry Contest Theme: Death Sponsor: Constance La France SECOND PLACE Brian Strand Informel Poetry Contest FIRST PLACE

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Susan Ashley

Date: 3/23/2022 8:07:00 AM

Dearest Mala, beautiful imagery expresses the profound nature of your poem. This deep, meaningful and potent piece stirs my imagination and touches my soul with rich thoughtful tones that resonate from your insightful and gifted pen. I see this poem has been honored with contest placements and rightfully so. Congratulations my sweet friend. Warmest wishes, love and hugs.. ~Susan

Susan Ashley
Date: 3/23/2022 11:12:00 AM

My inspiring friend, with every poem you pen your talent shines ever more brightly with the beauty of your heart, mind and soul. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your beloved brother.. I understand the need to feel and explore this precious intimate theme. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours, dearest Mala <3 <3 <3

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/23/2022 9:21:00 AM

Thank you, Dearest Susan, for such wonderful comments on my poem. I feel so thrilled and honoured to see you visit my page. Susan, I am the fortunate one to learn from the gifted poets at this site like you. These poems are my humble efforts - I still have a long way to go! Love and blessings ~ Mala

Ann Peck

Date: 3/21/2022 10:09:00 AM

Death is the ending we must face alone. Your poem is lovely and true, Mala. Congratulations!

Christuraj Alex

Date: 3/14/2022 7:38:00 PM

"Death fails to erase life’s legacy" - True. And we walk alone. Very great work. Congratulations!

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/15/2022 5:52:00 AM

Dear Christuraj, Thank you for commenting on this poem - I lost my brother a few months ago...this theme is often appearing in my mind.

Paula Goldsmith

Date: 2/26/2022 9:05:00 AM

Congratulations on your win. A wonderful story/write. Love your line, "is life only a series of dreams?" Have a great/blessed day..................

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/15/2022 5:50:00 AM

Thanks, Paula. Really appreciate your thoughtful comment.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 2/26/2022 12:10:00 AM

Wow Mala! You have outdone yourself on this exquisite breathtaking beauty. Straight into my Faves! I love this poem so much. It is definitely First Place for me. Congratulations on your second placement. Blessings xxoo

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/15/2022 5:49:00 AM

Thanks, Connie. After I lost my brother a few months before, this theme is appearing in my mind and in my writings often. To your faves? I am so honoured, Connie.

Constance La France

Date: 2/25/2022 2:43:00 PM

Mala, congratulations on your Second Place win in my Free Verse contest with your wonderful poem, I love the quote too ~ Constance

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/15/2022 5:47:00 AM

Thanks, Constance. I am honoured.

Valsa George

Date: 2/25/2022 8:14:00 AM

When life roars around us in our youth, we hardly think of death ! But as the twilight years approach we brood more often about the inescapable reality of facing the monster all alone ! Friends or relatives cannot come to aid us. In death we walk alone ! A beautiful and meaningful write, Mala !

Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 3/15/2022 5:46:00 AM

Thank you, Valsa. Your comments are so thoughtful, inspire me. Really appreciate your kindness - feel honoured.