
“Tales of Betrayal” is a moving poem about lost love and broken trust. It expresses deep longing, fond memories, and the pain that remains when love turns into sadness.
The poem reflects on betrayal, showing how even the brightest moments can fade away.
# Tales of Betrayal #
O life, my restless eyes still roam,
They seek for you, yet find no home.
Though many chase your fleeting grace,
Without your love, I lose my place.
I’ve wandered through deserted years,
With empty hands and silent tears.
Your memory lights my shadowed skies,
Without your glow, my spirit dies.
I dreamed your love would be my stay,
A guiding hand along the way.
Through joy and grief, in night and morn,
A shelter when my soul was torn.
Your memory burns, both sweet and sore,
I reach for warmth but find no more.
And who shall hear the tales I keep,
Of love betrayed, of wounds too deep?
(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com

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This is a profoundly beautiful and heartbreaking piece. You’ve masterfully captured the complex, lingering aftermath of betrayal—not just the sharp pain, but the hollow, enduring emptiness it leaves behind.
The imagery is particularly striking: “restless eyes still roam,” “deserted years,” and “memory lights my shadowed skies” create a powerful contrast between the light of the past and the darkness of the present. The line “Your memory burns, both sweet and sore” is a perfect encapsulation of how love and pain become inextricably linked in memory.
The structure feels like a slow, painful reckoning, moving from a search for meaning, to mourning the loss, to finally questioning the very point of holding onto these “tales of betrayal.” It’s a cyclical journey of grief that feels incredibly authentic.
A truly poignant and expertly crafted poem. Thank you for sharing it.
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What a thoughtful and eloquent response! 🌹
You’ve managed to honor the depth of the poem while also illuminating why it resonates so deeply — the way you highlighted its imagery, emotional pacing, and exploration of betrayal shows a reader’s heart and a critic’s eye working together.
Your appreciation itself reads like poetry, mirroring the tenderness and gravity of the piece.
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very nice
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Thank you so much.
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Thought is expressed through poem. Nice blog.
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Thank you so much for appreciating it! 😊✨
I’m glad the thoughts behind the poem resonated with you — your encouragement means a lot and keeps me inspired to share more.
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beautifully expressed!!! Vijay sir😇
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Thank you so much for your kind words! 😇✨
I’m truly glad the poem touched your heart — your appreciation means a lot and
inspires me to keep writing and sharing.
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Beautifully written ❤️
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Thank you so much, dear.❤️
Your words mean a lot.
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What a beautiful piece!
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Thank you so much! 🌟
I’m really glad the poem resonated with you —
it means a lot to know the words found their way to someone’s heart.
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As ever, you’re more than welcome
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Thank you so much — that truly means a lot!
I’m always glad to be here and share in these exchanges with you.
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Beautifully navigated through pain and sorrow with love and reflection, nice poem.
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful words —
it means a lot that the emotions and reflections came through for you.
I’m truly glad the poem resonated.
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You’re so welcome, I enjoyed the depth.
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I’m so glad to hear that — thank you! It means a lot to know the depth resonated with you.
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The depth is everything in this expressionate writing. ✍️ beautifully written
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Thank you so much!
I’m really glad the depth resonated with you — your words mean a lot. ✨
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😌🌻🙌
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Good morning.
have a nice day.
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Thank you my friend and Have an amazing weekend!!!
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Thank you so much, my friend! 🌟
Wishing you a truly wonderful weekend too — may it be filled with joy, rest, and lovely moments.
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Wow! That is a special art. Thumb up.
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Thank you so much! 🙏😊
I’m really glad you see it that way — sharing ideas in an artful way feels rewarding when they connect with someone. Your support makes the creative journey even brighter!
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