In the ever changing kaleidoscope of life
greys crowded out all the vivid hues
colours bled from my luxuriant dreams
leaving them dully monochromed
dizzying joy, quirky warmth and undying passion
were the gifts bestowed on me
I floated dandelion like on the soft breeze of contentment
as a parting gift
the heartbreak that was unexpectedly tossed my way
shattered me beyond repair
closing all doors on me
I gather my fragmented self decisively
I acclimatise myself to the cloudy climes
getting ready to take a plunge
into the uncertain ocean of living again
learning to dance with the rains
these days storms sustain my resilient heart.
https://lifeafter50forwomen.com/2021/09/13/what-do-you-see-99-september-13-2021/
https://reinventionsreena.wordpress.com/2021/09/09/reenas-xploration-challenge-180-2/
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this is so beautiful Punam! I loved it! ❤ ❤ 🌈😍
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Thanks so much, dear Carol. 🥰❤️
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You’re very welcome 😍💐
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Awesome, Punam! I love this line “I floated dandelion like on the soft breeze of contentment” – Bravo!
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So glad you enjoyed that, Eugi. Thanks a lot!
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Most welcome!
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awesome sis, knew you’d conqueror all!
I love the visuals in this, and learning to dance in the rain is the best way to weather those storms that will surely come our way 🙂
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It sure is a good way to weather storms. Thanks for your confidence in me. 🙂
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ha we wouldn’t have much in common if you didn’t have a kind heart and a strong resilience 🙂
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❤️🙂
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What a beautiful poem Paula. Love your message of resilience. Thanks for joining in
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Sorry, Punam! Autocorrect! 😱
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Lol No worries, I knew you meant me. 😊
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Thanks a lot, Sadje. My pleasure, dear.
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Punam this one has so much hope and determination – I love it!!
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Thanks a lot, Val. As one of my friends always says…hope is all we have got.
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I floated dandelion like on the soft breeze of contentment…that is an incredible image. Another wonderful poem.
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Heather, I am glad you enjoyed that image. Thanks a lot.
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You’re welcome.
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Reading your creations after such a long time. Boy I missed it. You’re so talented:)
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Pallavi, thanks from the bottom of my heart. Your words brightened my day. ❤️😊
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Beautifully crafted and delivered, as always, Punam. I love the concept resilient heart, and the idea of diving into the ocean as an analogy to live again. Lovely. ❤️
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Jeff, it makes me happy to know that you liked the analogy. Thanks, my friend, for your support always. ❤️
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Ah! I’m so pleased to know this; your most welcome, Punam. It’s my complete pleasure. ❤
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A resilient spirit emerges from your beautiful words Punam. Kudos to you for yet another lovely composition ❤️
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Thanks so much, Radhika, for your encouraging words. ❤️
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Killing 2 birds with one stone again! 😉 Brilliantly beautiful! 💕
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Lol Sahana! I have sometimes also tried to kill three or more birds with one stone earlier! Thanks so much, dear. 😊❤️
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Man, this was lovely!!! 😍😍😍
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Thanks a lot, Nehal. 😊❤️
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Oh wow, Punam! Beautifully written ❤️
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Thanks so much, dear Shweta. I hope you are well.❤️
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This is so good, Punam! I love the way you’ve used colour and weather as metaphors.
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Thanks so much, Chris. Sometimes the prompts dictate the use of metaphors.
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So they do!
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Wonderful poem, Punam. It shows the strength of woman.
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Thanks, Tracy. Women are way stronger, isn’t it.
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They have a lot more to put up with.
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Gorgeous poem sweetheart and the topic is very close to my heart.
xoxoxo…
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Thanks so much, my dear. So is to mine, Gabriela. 🙏🏼🤗❤️
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My pleasure. I know hon ❤️🌸🌺🌹
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Excellent imaginery and such a lovely picture of nature at its best. Profound poem, Punam.
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Thanks so much, dear Kamal. 🙏🏼❤️
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You are always welcome dear Punam. Take care and stay safe ❤️❤️❤️
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I love this poem, Punam, and especially it’s conclusion: how wonderful to be ready to live again!
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Sometimes living is the only option, isn’t it! Thanks a lot, Ingrid. ❤️
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Definitely 💃
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Beautiful.
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Thanks a lot. How are you doing, Iestyn?
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