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September 1, 2023

"Would you love me, if I were not a poet" Poetry Contest

Sponsor: Silent One

I forgot who I was, almost lost myself in a mirage of diffidence, for a lingering stretch of time! From the emotional age of twenty-one.... I switched to one role from another - diverse roles, divergent responsibilities, But where did the real me disappear? Reading was my first enchanting love, Creative writing followed soon… emotional outpouring, passionately expressed - from letters to pen-friends, to editors of newspapers, from fantasy to fiction, and informative non-fiction, but Poetry eluded me! Many years had passed not knowing who I was, who I dreamed to be! Then...all of a sudden, as if my life blossomed into a Tree of Hope, when you joined me into the pursuit of a lyrical journey! Aha! like a Spring, a life-giving source of water, a fountain awakening from a deep slumber, and throwing away all resistance, all hesitance, all inhibitions, and embracing finesse and subtlety... sprightly splashing with power at the coral rocks, I wrote poems for you! I am still writing! Writing unwraps my soul… But, would you love me, As much as you do, If I were not a Poet! Seasons change…throughout the year… From vibrant joyful colours of Spring, through deep and warm autumnal splendours of Fall, to white silvery jewelled trees in winter..I keep writing poems! You are always with me…by reading all my poems, you infuse inspiration into my mind, My heart beams and beats softly inhaling the tenderness of your love! Would you love me…if some day, I stop writing?! my imagination doesn’t create the magical lines any more... images are blurred, creative words abandon me...would you? There is no doubt in my mind …you will. Poetry will remain in both our hearts, as our own-orchestrated, unfettered song… like a transcendent melody spreading the fragrance of an amazing life savoured together!

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Date: 9/14/2023 6:39:00 PM
With every sweet fragrant word you have penned a litany of poetic beauty that even if you stopped writing tomorrow, they could never forget all that you shared til' now, continue to share and be blessed in the certainty that you will always be loved no matter what, congrats on your win dear Mala
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/14/2023 7:08:00 PM
Dear Rose, your comment is so special- inspired me to continue writing. When I read these beautiful comments, I thank God for my poet-friends. I would be sad and lost without such support. Love and Hugs, Dear Friend.
Date: 9/13/2023 1:21:00 PM
The first stanza is so poetic and you have weaved it so well.. The endings concludes it perfectly.. Thanks for writing and congratulations on your placement.
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/14/2023 7:03:00 PM
Thank you, Dear Silent One. I am really glad to see you back. Your themes are inspiring - I feel encouraged to participate in your contests. Best wishes ~ Mala
Date: 9/9/2023 2:48:00 PM
This is glorious dear Mala. Wonderful verse one after the other. Exquisite. ‘Writing unwraps my soul’. The concluding stanza is divine as is the imagery throughout. Loved it! Thank you for sharing this . So enjoyed it. Hugs to you.
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Date: 9/11/2023 4:19:00 PM
Dear Christina, Thank you so much for visiting my page. Comment like yours, are so inspiring, makes me want to sing a song! Really appreciate your kindness.
Date: 9/5/2023 11:36:00 AM
Beautifully written love poem for the contest, Mala. Thanks for sharing moments in your life and adding a personal touch by so doing. Good luck in the contest, my friend. Bill
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Date: 9/5/2023 3:53:00 PM
Thank you, Bill. I am delighted to share. Really appreciate your inspiring, kind words. I wouldn't be able to continue my journey, unless I had support from many of you. We have never met, but we know each other quite well. Best wishes ~ Mala
Date: 9/3/2023 6:26:00 PM
Sweetness and beauty intertwine in your poem, Mala, giving birth to breathtaking metaphors that transport us to extraordinary moments in time. With each verse, a profound connection is forged, as your words effortlessly encapsulate the depths of emotions and the essence of your spirit.
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Date: 9/3/2023 1:31:00 PM
My heart beams and beats softly inhaling the tenderness of your love!--spoken like a poet that you are, creating art, weaving fabric of mind of another--invoking beauty of life and seasons. Splendid capture of the contest theme, Mala.
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Date: 9/3/2023 2:27:00 PM
Thank you, Vijay. So good to receive beautiful comment from you - feel honoured! You are so talented! Feel fortunate to learn from an outstanding poet.
Date: 9/3/2023 9:57:00 AM
- Dear Mala, this sounds almost like your bio ... such real and vivid feelings ... like being born again lyrically with those who mean everything in your life ... a wonderful poem, best wishes in the contest :) - hugs
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Date: 9/3/2023 10:18:00 AM
Dear Anne-Lise, Thank you so much. Your comment made me almost cry with joy! You are such a loving friend - you could truly feel my pulse in this writing. I am so fortunate to be your friend!
Date: 9/2/2023 2:26:00 PM
A lovely write/story. "Good Luck" I enjoyed it. I also did this one. Have a great day/weekend.............
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Date: 9/3/2023 10:20:00 AM
Dear Paula, You are such a loving friend - and you have agreed that real friends are so hard to find! I feel fortunate to be at this site!
Date: 9/2/2023 12:09:00 PM
This is such a sincere and heartfelt take on the prompt: absolutely loved the opening. I can resonate too: about reading being my first love and creative writing being second: this made me think of how i used to have pen friends too. And the ending too is so very poignant. Love this. Goodluck for the contest
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Date: 9/2/2023 12:15:00 PM
Dear Ink Empress, Love your sincerest comment. This is what makes me keep writing - I adore the comments from my talented friends! Most of my poems stem from my life-experiences - so good to know your poetic journey resonate some of those feelings. You are an exceptionally gifted poet - I feel fortunate to learn and share from poets like you. Hugs ~ Mala
Date: 9/1/2023 7:02:00 PM
Sweet and beautiful with longings of amazing poems being birthed and moments in time created with your verses. A gift to those that have been able to envelope your words, emotions and spirit . How wonderful the journey with you dear Mala ! Yes I would love you as your heart is full and vibrant and your soul will always whisper magic . Love and hugs dear , Susan :)
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Malabika Ray Choudhury
Date: 9/2/2023 6:28:00 AM
Thank you, Susan. really appreciate your inspiring words. I love writing, but sometimes finding it hard to spend enough time. Wish I could focus more!

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