Home » Poems » Vijay Pandit » What If There Was No Tomorrow

What If There Was No Tomorrow

Meaning of oath no longer has a covenant Guaranteeing to future commitment of pledge Rendering futile all promises of yesterdays As grief ridden past dominates today's sorrow For hope's now dead, as there's no tomorrow. Yet, I reminisce within glory of daybreaks And opulence of colors in grandeur of sunsets Spinning on earth's axis as night follows day Across all continents where vast oceans reign, And vibrant blue sky makes bold new claims About perpetual dawns boasting on its domain Bond of enduring love that never ever ends Where enchanted dreams ecstatically chase. Alas, I grasp grudgingly realities I must face-- Eternal that was indelible lasts only till today And definition of infinity forever has changed-- Precious little time left that was once endless. So I bid farewell, before world-beloved dissipates, To memoirs of yore, allures of tomorrow; Shedding all regrets, purging lovelorn woes, Cherishing instead most intimate ornate secrets Arrayed in desires of beautiful flower bouquets Granting love romantic stage for one final play. August 21, 2019 Placed 1st: What if there was no tomorrow contest Sponsor: Silent One

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem.

Please Login to post a comment

Valsa George

Date: 5/2/2022 9:53:00 PM

The phrase- 'Preparing the stage for one final play' always carries a tinge of melancholy with it. So it should be our best performance . For that we have to cast aside all sorrows of the past and cherish only the sweet ornate memories. Beautiful, Vijay

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/8/2019 11:20:00 AM

a wonderful placement for you. Congratulations, Vijay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/14/2019 3:55:00 PM

Thank you Andrea.

Charles Messina

Date: 9/4/2019 7:51:00 AM

I see why this took first Vijay. A brilliant write my friend. Great job...and Congratulations! Charloie

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/14/2019 3:54:00 PM

Much appreciate Charles--many thanks.

Barbara Barry-Nishanian

Date: 8/30/2019 3:35:00 PM

For hopes now dead ... WOW! Congrats!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 9/14/2019 3:54:00 PM

Much appreciate Barbara..many thanks for your visit and comments.

Swetha Vangaveti

Date: 8/28/2019 12:29:00 AM

A jewel in your poetic crown :) congratulations Vijay :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/29/2019 4:34:00 PM

Much appreciate Swetha--many thanks.

M. L. Kiser

Date: 8/27/2019 3:32:00 PM

Wow, congratulations, you earned it!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/29/2019 4:34:00 PM

Much appreciate MLK--many thanks.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/26/2019 3:52:00 AM

sharing 1st with you is an honor, vijay... a round of congrats on your top spot!...huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:49:00 AM

And it is mine as well..much appreciate Nette..many thanks.

Caycay Jennings

Date: 8/26/2019 1:38:00 AM

I'm glad you placed first for each line is beautiful in imagery and loaded with feel, depth and emotion. A Wow poem for sure. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:49:00 AM

Thank you CayCay--much appreciate the kind remarks.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 8/25/2019 2:58:00 AM

Back with congrats dear Vijay, a 1st win - such wonderful acknowledgment of your poetic talents and such emotional thoughts of the end of days - kudos my friend, a 1st win so truly deserved. Blessings and hugs, Jennifer.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:48:00 AM

Much appreciate the return visit, Jennifer..many thanks.

Eve Roper

Date: 8/24/2019 10:34:00 PM

Congratulations on your win in the contest. Hugs Eve

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:47:00 AM

Thank you Eve..much appreciate.

Sandra Adams

Date: 8/24/2019 7:19:00 PM

came back to say congratulations on your top win with this beauty :) hugs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:47:00 AM

Thank for the return visit Sandra..much appreciate.

Susan Ashley

Date: 8/24/2019 6:40:00 PM

The outpouring of beauty and emotions flow gracefully like melted gold through your expressive poetic lines, Vijay. Your last line is stunning for a grand finale. Congratulations on your excellent win in Silent’s contest. Warmest wishes always my friend.. ~Susan

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:46:00 AM

You are so very kind Susan--much appreciate..many thanks.

Olusegun Arowolo

Date: 8/24/2019 4:56:00 PM

Nice piece. Congrats on your well deserved win. Kudos to you great poet.

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:45:00 AM

Much appreciate the visit and comments..many thanks.

Ann Gilmour

Date: 8/24/2019 4:35:00 PM

I have only just read your incredible words Vijay and they fill me with awe and sadness too. For to think there will be no more tomorrows is such a devastating thought to contemplate. I particularly loved your last stanza in which you are now resigned to the thought, but still some hope runs through your words. Many many congratulations for your first place win Vijay. With kindest thoughts Ann xx

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:45:00 AM

Always such a treasure to read your kindest remarks..much appreciate Ann..many thanks.

John Hamilton

Date: 8/24/2019 1:19:00 PM

Back with congrats Vijay on your top win!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:44:00 AM

Much appreciate John--many thanks.

Lu Loo

Date: 8/24/2019 11:25:00 AM

shedding regrets for sure! great poem dear Vijay congrats :)-luloo

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:43:00 AM

So special..thank you for your visit and comments, Lu Loo.

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 8/24/2019 10:27:00 AM

Just stopping back with congratulations on your great top win, Vijay! Much deserved...

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:42:00 AM

Much appreciate Carolyn..many thanks.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 8/24/2019 8:42:00 AM

- A truly amazing poem, Vijay - Humanity's one final play ... - Congratulations on your win, well deserved :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:41:00 AM

Many thanks Anne-Lise.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/24/2019 7:51:00 AM

Congrats on your top placement with this excellent write. ;0)

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/27/2019 7:41:00 AM

Much appreciate Richard--many thanks.

Silent One

Date: 8/24/2019 3:59:00 AM

You are right, oath means nothing to so many... it seems this theme inspired you to express what is in your heart, something that all of us will do one day... Congratulations on your first place in the contest..

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2019 7:24:00 AM

Much appreciate SO--many thanks.

Besma Riabi Dziri

Date: 8/23/2019 10:22:00 AM

Every major change has its very nature and weight.. "no tomorrow!" Nothing would be the same.. No conception or meaning that would fit what is "futile".. still, the spark of hope, beauty, love and life seizing the day.. the now.. the moment "Granting love romantic stage for one final play".. so unique a rendition of what you feel, think and believe in.. into so fine and exquisite a poetry! You seize the moment, dear Vijay, to fascinate and enlighten your avid reader! A gem of rarity! A FAV!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/24/2019 7:23:00 AM

You are so right--nothing would be the same. Always delighted to read your perspective..much appreciate the kind remarks, Besma..many thanks. And a special thank you for the FAVE.

Sara Kendrick

Date: 8/23/2019 4:21:00 AM

Interesting work you have written. Promise of a place in the winners' circle if time holds on. Thanks for the visit to my page/ Sara

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2019 7:46:00 AM

Yes indeed.. if the time hold on. Much appreciate Sara..many thanks.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/22/2019 7:29:00 PM

Very creatively written, Vijay. you weave your ideas so poetically, even imagining a no tomorrow!!

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2019 7:46:00 AM

So kind of Andrea..much appreciate the return visit..many thanks.

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/22/2019 5:22:00 PM

You have collected all the scenic beauty as precious gems in this wonderful poem of the gratefulness you share of a last day. This is gorgeous Vijay! It is sure to soar towards the top! I live bed it! : ) xxoo

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2019 7:45:00 AM

Always a delight to read your comments, Connie..much appreciate the kind remarks..many thanks.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 8/22/2019 11:49:00 AM

how beautifully intense is this read with a flurry of wonderful artwrords, vijay...could' tomorrow is another day' possible?...i foresee i high win here; mine is dismal, lol.. huggs

Vijay Pandit
Date: 8/23/2019 7:43:00 AM

I read your poem..and it is great..well written as always. Much appreciate Nette..many thanks.