Tropical horizons of numb walls,
Wherein lies my dead mind, impotent veins.
Inside of my skins bursts, spelling the blank point
where there is no moss, where there is no sapphire
Sustenance to soliloquy dreams dipped in blank paints
Who am I?
A corpse of redundant hopes, a pool of mosquitoes, tortoise eye.
Stammering lips gather a thorn, to poke my swollen window,
who shall remember? Who shall smother?
It’s all blank.
A dreamer and a believer for the upliftment of women rights. A published poet, author, writer. Believes in dancing and cooking amazing food for hungry souls at times.
Loves to write and write till the moon is satisfied.
My writings can be found at Visual Verse, Indian Periodical, Sick Lit mag, Duane's Poetree, Thistle magazine, among various others.
Curator of Olive Skins.
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Oh but more often than not, pain is our staple. Brings out the poetry, yeah? And you’re very welcome. ๐ ๐ here’s hoping multidimensional dreams dipped in vibrant dialogues caress your eyelids and your pages.
Wow, great imagery. Swollen window – those eyes about to burst forth and flood the Earth of your existence, smothering the what could have been(s). The depth of sadness is palpable.
I notice a lot in your poetry, Devika. I really do love how and what you write. So intellectual and passionate, your writing soothes the soul and sends thoughts into a frenzy. I am just so happy to be able to read such beautiful work by such a beautiful poetess. You are welcome!!!!!
I am so happy to hear that. You have no idea how many times a day I go to your blog to read your poetry and how good I feel after being there. Your poetry has made my day more times than you know. Thant I can make yours is truly humbling. โค <)
Alex, I couldnt wish for anything more really.
You are always more than welcomed to my poetry world as I always look forward to reading yours.
You are marvellous!
a blank canvas is yours to paint
you paint the canvas of your life
sapphire blue
is but one shade
of blue
remember you
see the future
through the the lens
of perspective
gained from experience
one day
you wake up
I mean really
wake up
the grass is green
the sky is the blue
the blue you choose
like when you
were a child
true blue
and the only
thing that
has changed
is your mind
you will fill the canvas of your life
in the way only you know is best
of that I am certain
Have a nice day sapphire
Wow! Now that is really an optimistic approach I must say.
Finding blue in black. Finding the true sapphire as you say is really worth appreciating.
I am so glad to hear your wise words, Forrest!
Such vivid detail ๐
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Much thanks for your generous words!
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You’re welcome any time
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“Soliloquy dreams dipped in blank paints “… Fantastic expression! And something that resonates with me only too well.
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That’s really sad if you feel it too my friend.
Bit I am honored to hear your sweet words on my work!
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Oh but more often than not, pain is our staple. Brings out the poetry, yeah? And you’re very welcome. ๐ ๐ here’s hoping multidimensional dreams dipped in vibrant dialogues caress your eyelids and your pages.
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Lovely penned down and his well you expressed
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Thankyou for stopping by dear one!๐
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My pleasure dear
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Wow, great imagery. Swollen window – those eyes about to burst forth and flood the Earth of your existence, smothering the what could have been(s). The depth of sadness is palpable.
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You noticed that!
So happy to know you connect all my emotions vividly, Alex.
You are the best critic I could have.
Thankyou.
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I notice a lot in your poetry, Devika. I really do love how and what you write. So intellectual and passionate, your writing soothes the soul and sends thoughts into a frenzy. I am just so happy to be able to read such beautiful work by such a beautiful poetess. You are welcome!!!!!
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Oh my!
You just made my day really. So happy to hear this coming from you.
I am really touched.
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I am so happy to hear that. You have no idea how many times a day I go to your blog to read your poetry and how good I feel after being there. Your poetry has made my day more times than you know. Thant I can make yours is truly humbling. โค <)
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Alex, I couldnt wish for anything more really.
You are always more than welcomed to my poetry world as I always look forward to reading yours.
You are marvellous!
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I am smiling hard here, Devika. Thank you, for that and for always leaving me breathless with your words. I adore them!
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You have a beautiful mind
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Dark and intense is beautiful, right!
Thankyou.
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Welcome
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Am left in blank after reading this…a deep and poignant poem it is…
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So glad you liked it Sangbad.
Much thanks!
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You’re welcome
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a blank canvas is yours to paint
you paint the canvas of your life
sapphire blue
is but one shade
of blue
remember you
see the future
through the the lens
of perspective
gained from experience
one day
you wake up
I mean really
wake up
the grass is green
the sky is the blue
the blue you choose
like when you
were a child
true blue
and the only
thing that
has changed
is your mind
you will fill the canvas of your life
in the way only you know is best
of that I am certain
Have a nice day sapphire
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Wow! Now that is really an optimistic approach I must say.
Finding blue in black. Finding the true sapphire as you say is really worth appreciating.
I am so glad to hear your wise words, Forrest!
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โโฆ gather a thorn, to poke my swollen windowโฆโ
Oh my god โฆ Made me leave a heave because it sounded so coherent and in phase with reality.
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Hi there!
I am so glad you liked my imagery. Means so much.
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wow amazing piece filled with intense emotions and wonderful words
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Kind of you to say so!
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have a great day
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You too.
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thank you mam
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It was a pleasure reading this poem. Amazing
Shreyans
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And my pleasure to have you reading this poem.
Much thanks!
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Keep writing
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Sure!
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The gravity of your pain seeps through those words, akin to blood oozing out of flesh…a fresh wound, a raw emotion!
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You resonate my emotions so well dear friend.๐
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Melancholic and melodious. Such beauty in such sad re-frame.
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Honored to hear your words, Mark!
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Wow. Rocked my little world.
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The wistful heart bleeds….intense emotions emerging from your words Devika!
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Hey, thank you love.
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Beautifully penned! Fantastic imagery. The sadness and confusion conveyed is powerful.
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Your words are extremely kind.
Thank you lovely.
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Always ๐
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Beautiful, always a pleasure reading your words๐
Happy Womenโs Day to you sister!๐๐
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Blankness and gazing into nothingness with all the pain imbued in each syllable and excellent imagery painted with words. You have done it again.
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You always get it.โค๏ธ
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Ok, that’s big compliment for me cause you of all the people knows this, your poetry is not for the feeble hearts.
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