Gopi Eyes
Tears cling like dew
long Kohl black milkmaid lashes
Sweep hills, dales, softly tapered pastel slopes of Whitefield
Searching for a long-stemmed glimpse
Orange rose of Brindavin
Sai Krishna
When will you appear again...?
We scan the amber heavens
Each golden cloud holds the promise
Of a new era and the sweetness of peace in its womb
O treasure of the Gopis
brilliant sun petals
are strewn across
roads and highways
candles float upon rivers and lakes
even the Sea keeps a shimmering vigil
For that hour, for that moment
When earth and sky melt away
And Gopi eyes awaken
Forever
I'm confused. Your title refers to Lotus Eyes, but the text only refers to Gopi Eyes? And in the text you refer to Kohl (department store?) black eyes.
Noticing all these things made me get distracted from the meaning of your poem.
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Noticing all these things made me get distracted from the meaning of your poem.
Ron
Very happy to hear that you
Enjoyed the poem. I truly appreciate your encouraging comments.
Wishing you,
Joy,Peace and Love Filled Holidays
Sonya Ki