When one is let down by life
one's universe is deluged
and the earth under one's feet
erodes…..
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Life plays as a leveler. High and low, ups and downs, joy and sorrow, we may look at situations through them yet it levels out ultimately. A thoughtful poem 5****
Wow! That is a really wonderful observation. I had been carried away by a horrible experience a girl had to experience narrated in the media. How all the "let-down" forced her to end her life… This is the background of the poem. Thank You, Dr Nehal.
Life could be an unending test of endurance, at least for some…. And survival of the fittest!
Brilliant and meaningful poem dear Poet that deserves 100 marks
Thank You Geeta for the beautiful comments. I am obliged.
When universe is deluged and everything is washed away, personal tears and aspirations have no meaning at all.
This poem is the result of the vicarious mental agony I suffered, when I read about the horrible experience of a young girl, which ultimately led to her suicide.
The overwhelming nature of relentless troubles is so well portrayed here. Powerful and moving.
Hi Evelyn, congratulations on your new poem selected Poem Of The Day. And thank you for sharing your thoughts on my poem. Much obliged.
All and every word i wrote for tis deeply marvelous and touching poem, well deserved y friend, well deserved..
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So true, so true and so beautiflly said. When tragedy strikes so unfairly, nothing can make anything right again. A poem to be cherished and remembered.
I am overwhelmed by your in-depth analysis of the poem and the most
And the sweetest words of appreciation. Thank You, Sandra
Such a very brilliant poem, a true fascinating read, highest pleasure in this treasure! 5 Stars full score and myriad more. Thank you for sharing
Thank You, Sylvia for sharing your thoughts on the poem. Great words of encouragement
Thank you for expressing the ebbing away of all turmoil after the apex of a depression