The Bride
At
the door
she lingers
with brimming eyes
dreams and tears mingle
roses rise to welcome
embers of love within her
innocence of youth far behind
adrift from her precious possessions
an untrodden pathway of life awaits.
Passion exudes as she walks ahead
to meet inevitable changes
that life ushers in with new bonds
siblings watch the demure bride
decked in red bridal robes.
Moments halt in time –
A pause that is
remembered
the whole
life.
© Balroop Singh
Thanks to Colleen’s weekly TankaTuesday challenge, which has inspired me to create a syllabic poem based on color. I chose red, a symbol of passion, love, life, strength, courage, confidence and positivity.
I chose Etheree, which consists of 10 lines of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 syllables. Etheree can also be reversed and written 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1.
Thank you.
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Eish, Balroop… what a viscerally amazing piece this it. The description is so vivid that I could almost see the movement and the scene. Beautiful indeed!
Thank you so much for your kind words. 😊 I’m delighted that I could make the scene alive with my words.
You sure did. Feel most welcome. 😊
Wow, Balroop! That was gorgeous! You captured that moment perfectly! 🙂
Thank you Yvette, who can never forget this moment when life starts again!
Splendid and a new life that she has to start. Such a lovely picture too, Balroop.
Thanks Kamal, I am glad you like my thoughts about an undefinable moment. 😊
You are always welcome dear Balroop.
Wow! This is so beautiful, Balroop. I felt like I was there. Thank you for sharing! xo
Thank you Jill for sharing your thoughts about this poem. I am so happy to transport you to a moment that makes so much difference in the life of a woman.
Fabulous, Balroop. I especially love the closing lines. A wonderful poem for a life-changing moment!
Thank you Mae, I think most women can relate to the thought expressed in this poem. 😊
Amazing, Balroop! 💕🙂
Thank you Harmony. 🥰
I loved your use of color and emotions, Balroop in this special moment.
Thank you Denise, I am glad I could meet the challenge. 😊
You exceeded it.
Awww. Beautiful, Balroop. You captured the magic of the moment no matter the country and tradition. Thanks for the smile. 🙂
Thank you Diana, such moments are heartwarming; they come back each time you see a new bride. 😊
The photo and the poetry are both magnificent!
Thank you Jan 🤗
Beautiful, Balroop.
Thank you Toni for sharing your kind words about my poetry.
The etheree shape of the poem seems like a shadow of the beautiful image of the bride. And your poem feels very gorgeous to read and immerse in feeling – it is beautiful how poetry makes us a part of the beautiful experience of being there, yours certainly did 🙂
I like how you’ve noticed all three aspects of the poem – the feeling, the moment and the image. Thank you Prag, I am glad you could be the part of this experience through my words. 🤗
Oh I am so glad I picked them right too :))
Balroop, this is a spectacular poem. The image reminds me of you. A powerful piece with a ton of emotion packed in. Hugs.
Haha…thank you Lisa. I wore a similar red outfit but it wasn’t this heavy. 😊🤗
You make me wish I was Indian. How very beautiful.
Beautiful and powerful poem, Balroop. You paint this pivotal moment with such tenderness and strength.
I have chosen some words of yours to quote.
“
A pause that is
remembered
the whole
life.
© Balroop Singh”
Miriam
Thank you Miriam for sharing your lovely thoughts about this poem, much appreciated. I am glad you liked both the emotions that make just one moment so memorable.
Well done on this beautiful poem Balroop! I love the color chosen and the way you penned your poem around it. We can feel how important this moment is.
Stay well
Thank you Marie, I appreciate your response. Stay blessed.
Absolutely beautiful, Balroop, and I feel a challenge coming on as I haven’t heard of this format. A lovely color woven into this precious moment.
I have tried to write an Etheree for the second time Lauren, and I must confess I had to struggle for the right words. Thank you for sharing your lovely thoughts. Happy writing. 😊
Wonderful Etheree!
Thank you Elizabeth.
You have captured the feeling so truly and beautifully
Thank you so much for your kind words. 😊
What a stunning interpretation of the prompt Balroop and loved it ♥
Thank you Sally for sharing your feedback, I am glad that you love it. 🥰
Beautifully evoked Balroop 🙂
Thank you Deb 😊
There are so many emotions twirling in a young bride’s chest, and you’ve managed to catch them all in this beautiful poem, Balroop. I bet you were a lovely bride 🙂
Thank you Jacquie, I am glad the emotions are reaching you! You make me blush! 😊
Wonderfully crafted, Balroop!
Thank you Mark.
Oh my, this is very pretty, Balroop.
Thank you Robbie.
You have done justice to the subject and the etheree
Wonderful
Thank you!