My Emotional Merry- go - round and An eternal Love affair with words

Wow! We are at the final day of #OctPoWriMo challenge and I can hardly believe it ! I had a wonderful journey with the prompts and the various forms of poetry . This journey will remain close to my heart forever. Looking forward to it next year as well.

Day 31, prompt : Eternal . Poetry form : Acrostic

An eternal love affair with words

Endeavoring with unsure, trembling fingers

Touring the magnificent world of Words ahead

Envisaging a journey to be remembered indubitably

Raking up memories forgotten from the old life’s page

Never dreamt of this eternal Love story , which unfolded

Amalgamating concoctions of emotions untold, unsaid

Lovely companionship engraved in times spent, to be cherished till the end!

Day 29, prompt : Upside Down, Poetry form : Acrostic

Up , up and up, surging emotions burst aplomb

Picking strands of cognizance aflutter in the environ

Some crashing against the memory banks like waves unstill

In circles, around and above, riding the merry- go- round

Down the memory lane, journeying along the terrain

Encapsulated, coated with feelings unsaid

Daring to pop up , take a breath of fresh air

Overlooking the dangers lingering ahead

Whispering , withering to be freed of the wreath

Never looking back, taking a leap of faith!

Essence of her Presence

#OctPoWriMo2016 - Day 27, Prompt : Favorite Scent

The prompt took me back to my childhood days and while taking the trip down the memory lane I was able to relate " favorite scent" with the essence of my beloved granny . I simply adore her and she is always in my thoughts. So, Granny, this is for you. Rest in peace and I love you loads......

Attempted poetry form : Ghazal

She was like the cool refreshing breeze of the hills

She epitomized the warmth of the winter sunbeam

The air exploded with fragrance – her essence

Her soul pure , full of love, she an angel from above

My memory cave decorated with bouquet of her being

Her voice resonating serenity like the mountain stream

Her stories wove magic, gave wings to my dreams

Those precious moments spent with her, will be dear forever

She gave strength in times of distress, need

She was like the Halo enlightening my life with mystical gleam

Still can smell the scent of her hair permeating my senses

Gives me will to endure in times of despair

Still can feel her presence enveloping the air

Distilling from all sentiments negative and inferior

Oh! Thank you for gracing my life with your presence

My beloved Granny, so lovely, a soul so rare!

The Night

Am trying to catch up amidst a whirlwind of activities ! Posting for days 26, 25, 24 and 22 respectively . Wanted to try the " Free verse" and " Acrostic" forms for my musings.

Day 26- Prompt : Abandonment

The Night

The night crawled in,

Hooded, tiptoed,

Crimson colored sky, bade goodbye,

Surrendering to the wheel of time

Spinning yards of tales,

Untold, in the darkness of hell,

A laughter, a tear,

Love, betrayal, abandonment,

Friendship, hatred,

Dotted here and there

Numerous events,

Beaded into the same string,

By the thread called- Spell,

Omnipresent never ending!

Day 25- Prompt : Red 

Red ( an old composition of mine)

Red- inspires me

Infuses enthusiasm

Red- the color of love and optimism

Reminds me of your dynamism

The stroll down our love story’s coliseum

Pervade the grey cells with memories unforgettable

It seems just the day previous

When you walked into my life

Weaving love immense

Lifting me up in the air

Making me feel like a princess

Red- the color of love and optimism

Permeates my life with bountiful souvenirs of delight

The moments of bliss

Brightens my face with happiness

Our togetherness shall know no bounds

Will inflict happiness all around

As I stare at the distant horizon

The sky painted red by the setting sun

The birds floating in the air- homeward I guess,

A striking combination of energy and solace,

I am thankful to have you in my life,

And yes

Red- The color will always be the remembrance of our enchanting life!

Day 24- Prompt : Fantastical

Trip to the Hills

Journey mystical,

Mesmerizing, fantastical

In the clouds, so distant

Yet so near, magical!

Sunbeams permeating the crisp air,

The melody of mountain stream evoking feelings rare

The chirp of birds in the trees, here and there

Oh! Can the clock stop ticking this moment , here?

Wish to bask in the glorious solitude

Wish to capture this now and for ever

To be remembered later

While turning the pages of life

Far into the future, one evening of delight

Brightened with memories in spite of fading daylight

Yes, fantastical will be the instant,

Wrapped in the thoughts of hills traveled far and wide.

Day 22- Prompt : Dangerous

Fatal Attraction

Dawn of a beautiful day

Accompanied with memories of blossomed love

Nipped in the bud – the end abrupt!

Gaping at the wounds fresh , lonely, desolate

Eerie , suffocating cognizance of days past!

Roaring , hovering , driving the nerves mad!

Oh! Love- you can be so painful as well!

U- dangerous emotions uncut!

Silence envelops my being, peace yet to be sought!

Escapade

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 21.

Prompt : Nature's Calling

Attempted poetry form : Terzanelle

Snow capped mountain peaks

Serene, white, engulfs the mind with peace

The air – so crisp, an environment of bliss!

The brilliant sunbeams embracing the stream

Dancing in merriment the butterflies aflutter

Serene, white, engulfs the mind with peace.

Perched on the branch of a near by tree

The mockingbird’s melody jingles in laughter

Dancing in merriment the butterflies aflutter

Feel like a little girl again

Journeying down the memory lane in the lap of nature

The mockingbird’s melody jingles in laughter

Away from the hub-bub of routine

Away from mundane timetabled existence

Journeying down the memory lane in the lap of nature

Rejuvenating experience this

Snow capped mountain peaks

Away from mundane timetabled existence

The air – so crisp , an environment of bliss!

Tribute and Peace

My entries for OctPoWriMo2016 - day 19 and 20 respectively.

Day 19 : Ode to Trees, -Day 19

Tribute

Luscious green leaves fluttering together

Chatting are you- my wondering mind ponders

The  pearly dew drops in the sunshine glitter

I feel relaxed, rejuvenated, at peace

As my hair is kissed by the gentle breeze,

Oh, wonder of nature, I take refuge in your shelter,

Amazed at your dignified stature,

Standing tall, above all , with head held high

Your welcoming branches home to birds numerous

All decked by with beautiful flowers,

The mesmerizing humming of bees

Music in the forest, amidst the trees

Sun rays playing hide and seek

There is laughter, happiness and bliss.

My journey has to continue

But will visit time and again

You, oh, you, the magnificent You!

Day 20: Prompt : White, Form : Tetractys

Peace

Peace

Wonderful bliss

Much sought after

But evasive like mirage

Hope -the sunny rays permeating through the nimbus cloudy collage.

Sweet Tooth and Constellation

My entry for Days 17 and 18 respectively for # OctPoWriMo 2016.

Day 17:  Prompt - Savory, Attempted Poetry form : Sonnet

Sweet Tooth

Chocolates, pastries , my all time favorites
Cakes with dollops of cream hovering in my dream,
Sweets dressed in colors of rainbow flock the streets,
Ice creams packed in smart boxes gleam!

Toffees - Dark, light, brown, yellow and blue,
Chattering away in merriment at the counter,
All decorated in my favored hue,
The magnetic pull, too strong, too tender !

Gulped down a mouthful of fantasy,
Lost in a whirlwind of taste magnificent,
Journeyed in the wonderland of sweet savory,
Tossed in the ocean, oh so sweet, so turbulent!

Ecstasy unimaginable , experience heavenly,
Yes, my sweet tooth makes me happy and jolly!


Day 18: Prompt : Senseless,  Attempted Poetry form : Free Verse

Constellation

Surrounded by constellation of emotions,
Senseless at times, yet endearing
Comprising of dollops of cognizance,
Memories playing hide and seek,
A smile, a tear, a shooting star near the creek
The dusk glistening with myriad shades,
Of feelings painted with love - by the Day,
Meaningless- it may seem today,
But will pithy significance  Someday!

With Love

#OctPoWriMo- Day 16, Prompt : In- depth

Attempted poetry form : Nonet

Cupid smiled as they stopped at Love's crossroad- unknown,
To the magical string their loves entwined, untold,
Fate wove a love story fresh -  like never before,
Nature's gallery adorned with blossoms galore,
Days flew on wings of butterflies beaming,
The air rejoicing their union, singing,
Spring arrived early that evening,
A note near the door, leaving,
-  Ever Yours and Loving.

October

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 14, Prompt : Shameful

Today would like to deviate from the prompt and pen down some thoughts swirling in my mind about the month October, my favorite time of the year.

Attempted Poetry form : Villanelle

Gleaming rays of the Sun,
Sneaking through the green foliage,
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

The soft breeze kissing the petals,
Swaying to and fro in the fun,
Gleaming rays of the Sun.

Music is in the October air,
I stare at the beauty around me, speechless,
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Basking in the glorious solitude,
A love story has begun,
Gleaming rays of the Sun.

Prancing back to the childhood days,
Days accentuated with innocence seamless
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Let all worries dissipate in
The gleaming rays of the Sun
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Day 15: Prompt - Blue

Attempted poetry form : Musette

Hope!

Melancholic blue
The sky
And the dew!

A glimpse
Of the moon
Vanished in eclipse!

The dawn
Orange with hope
Fear - gone !

Winds of Change

#OctPoWriMo- Day 13, Poetry prompt : Flowing

Attempted poetry form : Mono Rhyme

Stood brooding at the altered horizon,
Across the bank distant by a furlong,
Of the river gurgling along,
Curving, swirling around all obstacles strong,
Still the sparkling water singing a lively song,
The pebbles joyously chorused daylong,
My eyes traced their journey long,
Amidst thunderstorms, sunny morns, right and wrong,
Braving all adversaries , beating the victory gong,
I realized - this is the place that I belong,
Change is imminent, I plunged in headlong,
Flowing with it, I travel now, all day long!

Strong Emotions- The Ruins

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 12, Prompt : Strong

Re posting an old poem of mine depicting the strength of memories entwined with powerful emotions.

Salvaging emotions,
Memories echoing
In the empty halls,
The air stale with dust,
Accumulated over ages and ages hence,
I stand alone, aloft,
The winged desires,
Mock the desolate chambers,
Ashen hued against the crimson horizon,
Somewhere distant, a tear drop tinkles,
Shattering the silence,
Like a thunderstorm rampant,
An owl hoots,
A cricket joins the chorus,
Beautiful is the night,
Bathed in silver moonlight,
Silence heaves a sigh,
At the spectacle
In delight!

Gesture

The prompt for today had left me thinking about the flow and my muse. Incidentally I was lucky to spend a fabulous time with friends and even though I have known them for a long time, still the sweet gestures displayed by them completely floored me , I was overwhelmed and thought about sharing my feelings in the form of a poem since the experience truly unfolded a completely unique side of my friends.
Today I will not quite follow the poetry form though.

#OctPoWriMo- Day 10, Poetry Prompt : Unfolded

Laughter cocooned the environ,
Magic overflowed in forms known- unknown,
Zig-zagged through music, food, conversation,
"Äre you the same person",?
Quizzed the logical grey cells in unison,
Gestures unfolded in ways unique,
Beautiful, overwhelmingly loving,
Cloaked the heart with warmth mesmerizing,
Moments fossilized in the memory pages,
To be cherished in times hence!


Posting the poem for Day 11 as well here, #OctPoWriMo- Day 11, Prompt : Lively
Poetry form : Acrostic

Life teaches in its own way,
Intricately woven in incidents stray,
Victory- defeat in disguise at times,
Embracing the omnipresent reality,
Looking at both with indifference and equality,
Yonder lies absolute joy, free from all insecurity!

The Giant wheel

#OctPoWriMo- Day 9
Prompt : Spiral
Attempted poetry form : Cascade

The giant wheel of emotion,
Oscillating between pain and elation,
Spiraling down my heart,the dagger of suffocating relation!

Dark clouds enveloped the horizon,
A lone ray of sunshine playing hide and seek with
The giant wheel of emotion

Standing atop the cliff of confusion,
Memories gushing past like bursts of wind in succession
Oscillating between pain and elation

Grasping desperately at the last straw,
Fleeing from the whirlwind of isolation
Spiraling down my heart, the dagger of suffocating relation!

The Traveller

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 8 , Prompt : Porous

Attempted poetry form : Rispetto

The kiss of waves cradling my tired feet,
The cool breeze permeating peace,
Engulfing the lone traveler with a warm greet,
The rays of the setting Sun garnering bliss.

The journey is only halfway through,
Not as a captain , but as crew,
Accumulating experiences valuable,
Adorning each page of my journal.

Sumptuous Memories

"Tasty" is the prompt for today- Day 7 at #OctPoWriMo 2016.

This gave me the wonderful opportunity of travelling back in time and rekindling the lovely childhood memories!

Form of poetry : Rondel

Delightful concoctions prepared with love

The taste buds loving the date

Lost in the succulent alcove

A never ending concert of spoons with plates

Those summer evenings delving into mango crates

Tasty adventures in the larder above

Sweet naughtiness with dollops of love

Cradling those magical moments spent in the shade

Speaking with the wind , no worries or frets

The calm lake dotted with pairs of doves

Those childhood days sprinkled my memoirs with hope

Filled the blank sheets with colorful palate

Those childhood days- gone yet forever to stay !

Tantalizing strings!

          
 Here's my take on Diamante- #OctPoWriMo2016- Day 6

Prompt : Tantalizing ( My desire to play the guitar and hum some of my favorite songs)

                                                                  Guitar
                                                      Mesmerizing,scintillating
                                                            Play, play, play
                                                   Strings,cords,songs, lyrics
                                                           Dance, Swirl,Twirl
                                                        Charismatic, Nostalgic
                                                                  Music
                                                                   


                                               

Sharp- Emotional Turbulence

My take on Blitz Poetry for #OctPoWriMo- Day 5 .

The prompt is "Sharp"

Sharp are the pangs of separation

Sharp are the thorns of isolation,

Isolation from beloved,

Isolation from life,

Life without you resembles

Life without the joy of flight,

Flight to land distant,

Flight of hope- terror free,

Free from sickening stereotypes

Free from Judgment,

Judgement that rules sentiments,

Judgement which wrinkles life’s essence,

Essence of being one,

Essence of being with the unknown,

Unknown will be the experience,

Unknown to all strangers,

Strangers to the thoughts,

Strangers to rising above,

Above rudimentary notion

Above all meaningless perception,

Perception culminating to deception

Perception having sharp inclination

Inclination drifting away from reality

Inclination leading to vulnerability

Vulnerability channeling confusion

Vulnerability creating Rift

Rift in ideology

Rift in dreams conjugating with reality

Reality looked bewildering

Reality pricked, I panicked

Panicked at the darkness

Panicked at the void

The void –a life without you

The void – a bottomless pit

The pit I dread falling into

The pit I dream about

About the lovely past

About the moments that didn’t last

The last time we held hands

The last time we sang songs

Songs of hope, of a faraway land

Songs of togetherness

Togetherness is what the heart craves for

Togetherness is what I cherish

Cherish our quarrels

Cherish our trips

Trips on paths of Pain

Trips on paths of Love

Love

Pain.

The Purple Horizon

OctPoWriMo2016 - Day 4- Purple, Poetry form : Cascade

Oh! Such a delightful form and prompt. Needless to say had to don my thinking hat time and again for this concoction !

Our lives entwined like lyrics with music,
Together we played beautiful theatrics,
Journeyed terrains, mountains and hills,
The purple horizon still awaits us, Memories yet to be created and lived !

The octave of life,brimming with tunes nomadic,
Crafted with precious moments and relic,
Making us richer by each cognizance mesmeric,
Our lives entwined like lyrics with music.

The ups and downs, highs and low rustics
-of life,Blessed with experiences majestic,
Taught the essence of Smile amidst struggles gigantic,
Together we played beautiful theatrics.

Adventurous has been our story thus,
Speaking with the wind, valleys and trees,
The destination engulfed all troubles and tribulations,
Journeyed terrains, mountains and hills.

The evening has seeped in,
Marking the culmination of another day,
The eyes are tired but sparkling!
The purple horizon  still awaits us, Memories yet to be created and lived!