Explore “Eclipsed Reflections: A Night’s Inquiry,” a thought-provoking poem by Gautam Kumar that delves into the restless search for meaning and the elusive nature of time.
The gamble that glorifies time,
and the passion felt in the night.
The night sleeps,
but sleepless stands the mind;
odor, feel, sight—a strange sensation that burns,
bringing flares, glare, heat—a courage to fight.
A moment of peace—in pieces,
a crowd of hesitant thoughts
spread throughout the yard—in our existence.
Quailing in disdain, at a distance,
at me, away from me,
seeking answers— my passionate self:
“How has time flown?”
“How did tides so small push you away?”
“Will you stand again?”Then time, with a questionable smile,
asks the same questions and says,
“Don’t worry, You’ll be fine…”
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Hey there,
Ever find yourself in the midst of a sleepless night, wrestling with your thoughts and wondering how time just seems to slip through your fingers? That’s what “Eclipsed Reflections: A Night’s Inquiry” is all about.
Imagine time as this grand, risky game that you’re constantly playing. The night might be asleep, but your mind is wide awake, burning with a strange, almost intoxicating mix of sensations. It’s like the night’s flares and heat are daring you to confront your deepest questions.
We’ve all had those moments where peace seems fragmented, and our thoughts are scattered like a restless crowd. And then, there’s that lingering question—how did time pass so quickly? Why did those small waves push you away? And most importantly, will you rise again?
In this poem, time itself seems to chuckle, asking you the same tough questions while offering a comforting nudge. “Don’t worry,” it says with a sly smile, “You’ll be fine…”
So, the next time you’re up late, lost in thought, remember that even when time seems to slip away, there’s always a glimmer of hope waiting just around the corner. Embrace the night’s inquiries and trust that everything will fall into place.
Catch you in the calm,
Gautam Kumar
