What If

What if…

What if my nightingale sings that what is right?
     What if all of this pain just stops for a night?
What if I can see it even if it’s dark?
     The truth is there among this vanishing sight.
I am waiting to see what else I can find. 
      What if there is nothing after, to excite?
Our dark path will lead us into the darkness,
     There is more darkness in this world than is light.
What if one day, we all wake up from this life?
     from this wishful thinking, sorrow, joy, and fright,
and wonder that what if all was a big lie,
     a losing game that we lost in a big fight.
We’re all custodians of life until death,
     Then we’ll recycle in nature; we just might.
Go and live this little time that you have now,
     There might not be tomorrow to do it right.
Forget all that there was, all that it will be,
    Remember that it is now that it’s all bright.
I heard "Haloo" was singing to the moonlight,
   The song was all about love and say goodnight.

12/24/2019 Haloo
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Romios Avatar
December 22, 2021 at 1:45 PM
Just outstanding. I appreciate your talent greatly, Panagiota xi
Salehi Avatar
July 31, 2022 at 4:38 PM
You are so kind
Gauthier Avatar
January 27, 2021 at 4:53 PM
A lovely poem ~ so glad to find it published in the 2020 PS Anthology ~
Salehi Avatar
March 9, 2021 at 6:50 PM
Thanks for reading it...
Hawkens Avatar
April 12, 2020 at 6:02 AM
Lovely poem Haloo, It is beautifully written. I do love the summary at the end, describing the format of the poem. Being a novice myself, it is a blessing. I hope all is well. JC Hawkens
Salehi Avatar
March 9, 2021 at 6:49 PM
Thanks JC...
Canerdy Avatar
February 13, 2020 at 9:10 AM
Beautiful piece about the ponderings we have about life, darkness, and light, Pashang. Janice
Salehi Avatar
February 14, 2020 at 1:45 PM
Thank you Janice, you are so kind...
Rose  Avatar
January 20, 2020 at 11:55 AM
I love your sentinel songs of beauty into the night they go, until they flow into my appreciative mind. Thank you Pashang
Salehi Avatar
February 4, 2020 at 2:55 AM
Thank you my dear friend.
Neumann Avatar
January 20, 2020 at 3:34 AM
Well penned. Kind wishes, Kai
Salehi Avatar
January 20, 2020 at 7:48 AM
Thanks my friend.
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January 9, 2020 at 1:47 PM
Outstanding verse from the Master of Verse, Pashang! Enjoyable reading! Many thanks for your kind comments re Slim's Cowboy hat and I happy you were able to "interpret" the cowboy lingo! Best to you in the forthcoming New Year! - Bob H
Salehi Avatar
January 9, 2020 at 2:24 PM
Thank you Bob, I wish you all the best...
Callus Avatar
January 6, 2020 at 8:42 AM
Well done, Pashang; you have mastered and perfected this form! Your words always make me think about life and all it offers. There is so much we should be grateful for. Regards // paul
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:33 AM
You are so kind Paul
Sietesantos Avatar
January 3, 2020 at 10:09 AM
So lovely, deep and powerful thoughts about life wonderfully expressed in this magnificent form! Hugs. Pandita
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:32 AM
Thank you my dear...
Roy Avatar
January 3, 2020 at 12:21 AM
Very well written, Pashang. Loved the flow. God bless you.
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:31 AM
Same to you... Thank you
Robinson Jr. Avatar
December 30, 2019 at 7:46 AM
Very free-thought interactive poetry, Pashang! I feel sad for people who don't have faith outside of their finite cranial space. Beautiful Ghazal poem! Love and more love always.
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:31 AM
Thank you my friend.
Rose  Avatar
December 30, 2019 at 6:34 AM
May there always be light in your world of darkness, and may God harness the stale and bring your poetry a fresh crisp linen sheet of inspiration. Love your poetry, have a great New Year and stay well dear Pashang. xo
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:30 AM
Amen... Thank you, dear
Dietrich Avatar
December 27, 2019 at 9:00 PM
well done, Pashang. Nobody knows anything for certain though we can surely hope in a next life. But if we lived like this was the ONLY life, maybe people would be better behaved, that is for sure.
Salehi Avatar
January 7, 2020 at 1:29 AM
You are such a wise lady... Thank you
Hamilton Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 3:59 PM
Well done Pashang, enjoyed this one, congrats on a fine placement!
Salehi Avatar
December 27, 2019 at 12:25 AM
Thank you...
Adams Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 2:49 PM
i used to wonder what if there was nothing after...we are in darkness these days with all the hate in the world...but what if... there was nothing else...i don't question it anymore...i have seen signs of those gone that more exists... this poem makes one question and ponder thoughts... good write... hugs
Salehi Avatar
December 27, 2019 at 12:25 AM
Thank you Sandra...
Warrior Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 8:50 AM
Very well crafted Pashang...you excel in these verses my friend...hope you had a great Christmas and the happiest upcoming New Year...love is all and all is love...^WW^ :o)
Salehi Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 10:10 AM
Thank you, my dear friend... You said it, "Love is all and all is love". Happy Holidays...
Allison Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 8:18 AM
a thought provoking piece Pashang, i especially love your wise words of 'We’re all custodians of life until death, then we’ll recycle in nature we just might. Go and live this little time that you have now. My very best wishes for a happy and healthy 2020 and lots more of your wonderful words and artwork please:-) hugs Jan xx
Salehi Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 10:08 AM
My dear Jan, thank you for your words of confidence. I believe in everything I say...The number one thing in my book is love... Love always, Happy holidays... Pashang
Pandit Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 7:03 AM
A lovely poem Pashang--a splendid dialogue of questions and answers in words of wisdom.
Salehi Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 10:03 AM
You're too kind Vijay...
One Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 6:01 AM
you write very good ghazals my friend.. another classic..
Salehi Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 6:04 AM
Hearing it from a master... what a treat! Thank you, my friend.
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December 26, 2019 at 4:26 AM
What if "Haloo" keeps singing his genuine and profound thoughts and composing meaningful poetry that translates his soul's unique visions and feels.. Happy holiday, Pashang! A great treat to read your work! You allow your reader to rise to higher level of beauty and depth and relish in an amazing form of artistry! My warmest wishes and regards.. Blessings to you.
Salehi Avatar
December 26, 2019 at 6:02 AM
Thank you, my dear dear friend, you are too kind. Blessing to you as well.
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