Small pleasures of
pulling a quilt
on a chilly night have
lived and unlived
in unceasing shapes ,the
ceaseless way
random squares with
prints of briers and furze
caught in the monotony
of trivial repetitions
reveal a kinship in
interfusing thoughts
there’s something about
quilts that reminds me of my baby
wheeling round across her
love for brightness, color, gaiety
I started weaving a quilt with strips of fabrics in square, oblong, triangle
a gentle pattern
followed to help the contrast
sometimes, the colors, shapes came head on
Sometimes they ran into a gentle accord
a reminder—all patterns
lead somewhere
the dark turns to light, and vice versa ; diversity is beautiful
little fragments make life a blithesome symphony!
Welcome Panchali!
ReplyDeleteWith a focus read your poem poem...
A very interesting poem.
Title much saying, Blessed are the patches.
I send greetings from distant Polish.
Lucia
You are consistently one of my favorites, Lucia. Thanks a lot for reading this and for your lovely words.
DeleteGreetings from India.
Lots of love,
sometimes, the colors, shapes came head on - This is really great and highlights life's experiences. Patches are full of interest. Great pictures
ReplyDeleteAlan..My smile could not grow any wider!!Patches are indeed intriguing. Thanks!!
DeleteWhat one gets from life is nicely composed.Great poetry. Enjoyed thoroughly.
ReplyDeleteThank Eashwar for reading it so well :)
DeleteThose little enjoyable moments.
ReplyDeleteThanks Rajesh...
Deletepanchali mam...you have expressed the diversity of colors,shapes,pattern in the most effective way i have ever read...!!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a generous and kind comment, Anjan!! Thank you So much!!! :)
DeleteDiversity is beautiful ... well said !!!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much,for being such a wonderful person, poet and most of all, friend, Speck!!
DeleteCannot tell you how much I like this. The poem itself is a weaving of emotion, connection, appreciation. A great contribution to the group. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteKim, I'm so honored and humbled by the words you grace me with here today.Thanks a ton:)))
DeleteI have always admired those who worked with patterns, either quilting or knitting or needlepoint. I do know there is something comforting in trivial repetitions, as you call them. I am not one who has any of these talents, but I understand the joy people find in the process. I loved the comment that all patterns lead somewhere.. So true and wise. Not only with quilts but with poetry as well. And with life itself, I think. I enjoyed this greatly, Panchali.
ReplyDeleteMary, Well said...all patterns, even in poetry lead somewhere!!Wow..never thought about it. Many thanks for your insightful comments!!You make my heart so happy!! Thank you for being who you are, Mary!:))
DeleteThis is a warm poem. It reminds me how I used to look at those patch work quilts and think about how pattern must have come in the mind of artist. You weaved it beautifully with words and memories. :)
ReplyDeleteSaru, Patterns, their repetitive, mesmerizing beats are part of our lives....all to lead to somewhere, someplace!!
DeleteYou're so very encouraging and sweet...thank you so much!!:)
I love the message in the quilt making, diversity is really good ~
ReplyDeleteIf all things look the same or more of the same, it will be boring ~
Also, enjoyed learning more about you in the PU's interview ~
Cheers ~
Heaven, You're so very encouraging and sweet...thank you so much for reading the interview. I am thrilled!!
Deleteyup...diversity is always good!!! Thanks a lot:)
I always loved quilts...I look at them in awe...but never owned one...this time I told hubby I am going to buy one...:-) Panchali di, you write so so beautifully...can never stop appreciating your poems...
ReplyDeleteFIF...Thank you soooo much!! Having friends to share my lines with is such a blessing!!! Warm smiles!♥
DeleteI could never imagine a quilt could give birth to such beautiful poetry
ReplyDeleteThank you, Vanderloost!! You're such a blessing! Shall be in our space soon...:))
DeleteDo you know I love your handle..??? Thanks re..
How i loved the last three lines--the essence of life.
ReplyDeleteA great thought Panchali!
Indu...I'm glad we share some of the same poetic haunts.:))Thanks a ton!:)
Deletediversity is beautiful and somewhere they do collocate into a conclusion..logical unless it seems otherwise to an abstract mind!
ReplyDeleteLoved the simplicity of the words around the theme! Di!!:)
Akila, Your take was wonderful on this prompt..I'll simply say that reading poetry each day is a pleasure and inspiration...Thanks re
Deletea quilt in a poetry.. you brought out so well ma'm.. the colors, the shapes and the patch works.. diversity in life nicely portrayed.. awesome read..
ReplyDeleteRat!!So grateful to be blessed with such cyber-poetic-friends :))Thanks a bunch, my dear.
DeleteBlessed are the patches... Indeed so! Deep thought, greatly expressed!
ReplyDeleteSo good to read your appreciation of this post..Amit! Thanks...
DeleteBeautifully composed. Loved this poem.
ReplyDeleteReally appreciate your feedback, iambeingme:)
DeleteLovely poem! esp the last stanza! Diversity is beautiful - very well said! :)
ReplyDeleteValli, Your expertise in analyzing poetry is well known.... so, you made my day!!
DeleteThanks a lot:)
i never knew one could create such a beautiful poem out of such a ' taken for granted ' part of our lives ! kudos :)
ReplyDeleteMaliny, I am happy you read this.... Its a question of perception. Nothing else...You, as a prolific writer would know better..:)
DeleteThanks for making me happy, my dear.
Mesmerizing again..............
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Thanks Debopam...I am delighted :)
DeleteDilli ki sardi and quilts; inseparable! Nice tribute to a warm friend.
ReplyDeleteDr Madhvi... you are one of the kindred spirits residing here to dispel loneliness one might be tempted to harbor. Thank you so much!!!
DeleteVery good composition about life !
ReplyDeleteThanks Kumar!!:)
Deletelovely
ReplyDeleteThanks Mukhtiar...
DeleteYou have weaved nuggets of wisdom in these trivial patterns, making it an emotionally potent concoction. Loved it.
ReplyDeleteMeenakshi, Your compliment has thrilled me beyond measure!! Thanks a lot!
DeleteI liked the quilt very much, nice design.
ReplyDeleteIndrani, thank you for liking the pic...but, that's not mine! It is from the net..Thanks for dropping in..
Deletediversity is beautiful... I loved the way you brought out all the emotions using the quilt ....
ReplyDeleteTTT!! Thanks so much for coming by... as always... I enjoy your visits....and encouraging comments!!
DeleteSimple yet so beautiful and profound....Loved it Panchali di
ReplyDeleteRegards
Jaish
P.S Please Please pardon me for any posts that I did not read or leave my comments in. Life has been hectic and crazy of late :)
Jaish...Please don't feel bad, even I have been a bit irregular, hence must have missed many posts!!:((
DeleteI hope you will remain this passionate always. It makes me so proud of you. xoxo
Thank you.
Beautiful composition ma'am...perfect use of words... :)
ReplyDeleteCynosure, I am happy you liked this...Do come over again, plz!:) Thanks a lot!
DeleteBeautifully concluded
ReplyDeleteThank you, deepak!:)
DeleteGreat composition..:-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Nagini :))
Deletea lovely poem as well as a beautiful piece of patchwork :)
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Oh, so good to see you after ages, defiant princess!! Thanks you:))
DeleteInteresting. One can think of baby while looking at a quilt. As usual, you write well.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Sabyasachi
Yes...in Bengal, we make more intricate patterns using 'kantha-stich' :))Thanks Sabyasachi!
Deleteloved it.. all patterns lead somewhere..
ReplyDeleteWelcome Pradymna...thank you for being here. Hope to see you more..:)
Delete"a reminder—all patterns lead somewhere
ReplyDeletethe dark turns to light, and vice versa ; diversity is beautiful...
Aha ! Profound. One day i will grow little more and will get this maturity :)
Sathish...your comment brought smile to my face!! May you grow wiser soon! And I know, the best is yet to be....:))))
DeleteIt's painful to see your comment into vapours..aah!! anyways
ReplyDeleteI was so touched with your Midas touch to the theme ..the intricate patterns are so well arranged and your articulation brings joy to the hearts ...
Yay!! done with the Liebster..Thanks a lot !! :)
Awww Odyzz...I am sorry!! I have been a bit irregular, I know,... but I'll die before hurting someone!! I'll start hopping around from tomorrow again---& catch with all the posts that I have missed. Please don't get angry, sweetheart.
DeleteThanks for playing along...just read and left a comment there!
Thanks a lottttttttt!
aaah!! I think Something went haywire with my comment here...yesterday evening I left a token of appreciation on your post and may be due to some techie reasons It wasn't published..While wrapping up the things at night I just ogled around and found it was vanished ..So I penned down another one ..I know these words are not enough to compliment your marvellous writings ...
DeleteDi..You never ever have to be sorry about anything..your writing spreads the softness and beauty of your loving , caring heart..It's true that I always look forward for your feedback but I can never angry with you .. Thanks a lot for showering your love and blessings ..They are really really precious.. :)
Ooops...that was a big blunder on my part. I misunderstood--my fault completely!!! And thanks for your very sweet words...am touched!! Love you for this, my dear:)
DeleteGod bless!
a brilliant weaving of colorful experiences ... I am so glad to come to your blog. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Celestial Dreamz...welcome aboard!! Glad you enjoyed reading this. Thanks for the follow...Hope to see you more on these pages now..:))
Deletewhat better place to have diversity unified...very well woven the quilt and as well the piece :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Karan for that fabulous comment...means a lot!:))
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