When Life Encounters Opaque Space

When gusty winds blow, riling my troubled dawn in gelid woes
Squall of my throes dissipates in scented whiffs of budding rose.

As brazen fog shrouds mind, heightening my grief, poking fun 
Defyingly I step out in glinting rays of the dawning golden sun.

Refusing to surrender when my tears dominate indignation
Joy I find on the vibrant horizon, blazing sunset’s ruby elation.

Verdant paradise appeals to pleas, adorning my shamrock hills
Appeasing cry of stygian echoes storming from mountains of ills.

If night reigns moonless and nightmares soon rage my dreams
Comfort I find within soothing zeal of spring’s giggling streams.

While strife of life endures in raging summers of unending heat
Readily I seek blue oceans, surfing rhythmic tides’ buoyant beat.

As laments of the world drown humanity in hapless deep dive
Strength of nobility rises, helping weakened hands to survive.

When the rancor of disillusionment exudes ambivalent sigh
Autumn’s scarlet imprints eagerly vie, healing souls in russet dye. 

As hindrance of the ordinary distresses progress of mankind
Delighted I am to see rationality unite, to defeat the unrefined.

When sullen is my heart aching in the anguish of ashen skies
Solace I derive from serene vibes gleaming your tranquil eyes.

At times in my life, I encounter the black-holes of opaque space
Yet, the light of day gets through in sanctuary of your embrace.

August 19, 2020
Placed 1st: Sanctuary Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Silent One
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George Avatar
April 5, 2022 at 7:33 PM
"When sullen is my heart aching in the anguish of ashen skies Solace I derive from serene vibes gleaming your tranquil eyes"...... You beat every oddity of life with such positive vibes ! A lovely poem so beautifully rhyming and flowing with effortless ease. To my Fav.
Crabtree Avatar
October 4, 2020 at 5:11 PM
Great positivity, Vijay. I'm glad that love can lift you out of sorrow. Excellently written. :) Peace, Angie
Kiser Avatar
September 5, 2020 at 9:43 AM
This is beautiful, Vijay; enjoyed.
Pandit Avatar
October 2, 2020 at 1:14 PM
Thank you MLK.
Deepa Avatar
August 25, 2020 at 6:27 AM
Such smooth lines you write dear Vijay sir, Comfort I find within soothing zeal of spring’s giggling streams~ each lines drenched with true feelings..!! It inspires hurt soul's to seek light amidst darkness..:-) Loved your title and the last couplet very much. I believe your fine.Have a lovely day.:-)
Pandit Avatar
August 25, 2020 at 8:27 AM
You are so very kind--much appreciate, Deepa--many thanks.
Horsman Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 5:49 PM
Wonderful deserved winner here, Vijay. stay safe, my friend.
Pandit Avatar
August 25, 2020 at 8:27 AM
Thank you Harry--much appreciate.
Ball Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 12:13 PM
Wonderful Vijay. Here we read of man's indomitable spirit, It is so important to learn to count our blessings instead of our curses. There is peace to be found even amid the uncertainty of the future for the Bible tells us that Knowing Christ Brings Peace In Troublesome Times. A fine write my friend. God Bless, JB
Pandit Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 12:50 PM
Thank you Judy.
Devonshire Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 11:30 AM
Being one with nature certainly provides us with inspiration, Vijay. Just stopping back to congratulate you on your top win! Hugs, Carolyn
Pandit Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 12:50 PM
Thank you my friend.
Michael Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:05 PM
There is loveliness here in ink...Nice flow too and expression...All the best Vijay
Pandit Avatar
August 24, 2020 at 12:50 PM
Thank you Arturo.
Mcintosh Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:03 AM
Congrats dear friend. Beautiful. Love to you
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:15 AM
Thank you Gina.
Brul Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 8:44 PM
Congratulations dear poet Vijay. This is such a splendid write...masterfully crafted!
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:14 AM
Thank you JCB.
Roper Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 8:40 PM
Congratulations on your win, Vijay, great verse. Hugs Eve
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:14 AM
Thank you Eve.
Onclaud Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 3:05 PM
a tranquil read that deserves a top win... huge congrats, vijay..huggs
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:14 AM
Thank you Nette.
Dietrich Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 1:48 PM
oh yes, I saw this just the other day. Wow, first place. Big congratulations , Vijay.
Pandit Avatar
August 23, 2020 at 5:14 AM
Thank you Andrea.
Proxenos Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 6:49 AM
Everyone needs a sanctuary, mine is my husband - I love your last line - the light of day gets through in sanctuary of your embrace. Wonderful poem Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 12:45 PM
Thank you Jennifer--much appreciate your kind remarks.
Riabi Dziri Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 6:48 AM
You have found your sanctuary in the wealth of your soul.. in your beloved.. and in the beauty of Nature, dear Vijay.. the poet has that great power to create their own immunity, inner joy and serenity.. and you have rendered this in a genuine poetic beauty, your reader identifies with and relishes in such challenging inner journeys! Congratulations on your outshining placement! You truly deserve it.. My warmest wishes. Regards and blessings.
Pandit Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 12:44 PM
Always a delight to read your comments Besma--much appreciate--many thanks. Regards.
One Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 5:48 AM
You always do rhyme so well and this poem rhymes and flows perfectly.. So many great lines, describing what it is like to have a sanctuary, when all around is not how we want it to be.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Pandit Avatar
August 22, 2020 at 12:44 PM
Thank you my friend for holding contests. Much appreciate your kind remarks.
Andresen Avatar
August 21, 2020 at 8:24 AM
... "Comfort I find within soothing zeal of spring's giggling streams" ... this is so beautiful, Vijay :) - Best wishes in the contest :) - Have a wonderful weekend :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Pandit Avatar
August 21, 2020 at 2:15 PM
Much appreciate Anne-Lise--many thanks.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 21, 2020 at 8:18 AM
This and many more colorful images: Readily I seek blue oceans, surfing rhythmic tides’ buoyant beat.
Pandit Avatar
August 21, 2020 at 2:14 PM
Thank you Kim--much appreciate.
Dietrich Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 3:43 PM
Wonderful sanctuary, Vijay. That last line is so romantic.
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 4:27 PM
Much appreciate Andrea--many thanks.
Canerdy Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 2:59 PM
Lovely, vibrant poem, Vijay--conveying how joy is found in love and sunshine even when the world is full of trouble. Janice
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 3:20 PM
Much appreciate Janice--many thanks.
Onclaud Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 10:56 AM
phenomenal, vijay...light always resides in a sanctuary... been a while!...huggs
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 1:04 PM
Yes--haven't seen you in a while--hope you are okay. Much appreciate, Nette--many thanks.
Devonshire Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 10:10 AM
A remarkable poem, Vijay! How wonderful it must be to find your sanctuary in your beloved's arms. Best wishes in the contest! Hugs, Carolyn
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 1:04 PM
Thank you my friend. You are always so very kind--much appreciate, Carolyn.
Kannan Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM
Beautiful poetry... Loved the ending,!
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 1:03 PM
Much appreciate Supraja--many thanks.
Sands Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 5:36 AM
This poem is so nice and shows so many ways to find light in the darkness. Well written Vijay! :)
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 1:03 PM
Thank you Heidi--much appreciate your kind remarks.
Nicole Avatar
August 19, 2020 at 6:40 PM
"Yet, the light of day gets through in sanctuary of your embrace" Such a beautiful thought. Even in moments of darkness, light will always find a way to shine through. Your words tangle gently around me and my heart. ~ Brandy
Pandit Avatar
August 20, 2020 at 4:41 AM
Lovely to read your comments my friend. Much appreciate-- many thanks, Brandy.
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