The poem explores the feelings of longing and love, capturing the pain of desiring someone you cannot fully know.
With vivid imagery and gentle reflections, the poem expresses the beauty and hurt of holding someone in your heart.
Who Are You?
Who are you…
A shadow I’ve never touched,
A dream I’ve never held.
What are you…
A whisper in the silence,
A melody my heart cannot forget.
You are the answer I’ve been seeking,
The longing I can’t name,
The smile that hides a thousand untold stories.
If only dreams could step into my world,
I would hold you,
And the world would finally make sense.
So who are you, and why so true?
A dream, a wish, a soul I pursue.
Nameless, faceless, yet ever near,
You are the love I hold most dear.
(Vijay Verma)
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Categories: kavita
Retiredकलम 
This is absolutely breathtaking Verma ji 🌷 You’ve put into words the most delicate and painful feeling of longing for a soul you feel but cannot see or touch. The lines ‘A whisper in the silence, / A melody my heart cannot forget’ are pure magic. Thank you for sharing this beauty.🤝
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Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. 🌿✨
I’m deeply touched that the poem resonated with you and captured that delicate sense of longing.
Your appreciation gives life to the very emotions I tried to convey — that silent, unforgettable whisper of the heart.
It means a lot to know that the imagery and feeling reached you so profoundly.
Your kind reflection truly adds another layer of beauty to the work. 🌷🤝
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very nice .
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Thank you so much.
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Beautiful poem
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Thank you so much, dear.
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So true in life we either cross paths of someone we desire but are unable to acquire or we long for someone that is only a figment of our imagination…until we meet the one that belongs to our soul.
Excellent poem.
Thank you
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Thank you so much for your beautiful reflection 🌷.
You’ve expressed the essence of the poem perfectly — that delicate space between longing, imagination, and destiny. Sometimes,
it’s in that very yearning that the soul finds its true belonging. 🙏💫
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This is a beautiful and inspiring poem.
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Thank you so much! 🌸
I’m glad the poem resonated with you — your appreciation truly means a lot! ✨
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A beautiful and profound poem that reminds us of the Being we bring into the world. We can accurately describe what they will be like physically, but we will never understand how their minds and personalities are formed. We only have a few theories based on verification experiments and follow-up studies. I believe we provide the matter, but the spirit is something divine that we do not yet understand. This desire to have a descendant truly exists in every woman, especially when it is a desire she sometimes knows she cannot achieve, as in the case of infertility. Many subject themselves to various means of obtaining the desired Being. Science has worked hard on this. Best regards!
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Thank you for sharing such a profound reflection.
You’ve captured the delicate mystery of creation and the limits of human understanding beautifully.
Indeed, while science can guide us and provide insights into the physical aspects of life, the essence, spirit, and individuality of a being remain beyond our full comprehension.
The longing to bring life into the world is deeply human,
and the emotional journey, especially in the face of challenges like infertility, is both poignant and universal.
Your words remind us of the balance between the tangible efforts of science and the intangible wonders of the spirit.
Truly inspiring thoughts — thank you for sharing them.
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Lovely poem that follows through your question, Vijay.
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Thank you so much for your kind words.
I’m truly glad the poem resonated with you.
It was written from a place of quiet reflection — a question that lingers not just in words, but in the heart.
Your appreciation means a lot and inspires me to keep expressing those unspoken emotions through poetry.
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Deep longing!
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Yes, those words hold so much emotion —
they speak of a heart that feels deeply and yearns sincerely.
Sometimes, longing itself is a quiet form of love, reaching beyond distance or time. 💫
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This is touching, Verma. I feel the love in it.
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Thank you so much! I’m truly glad the poem touched your heart. ❤️
It was written from a place of deep reflection and emotion, and knowing that it resonates with you makes it all the more meaningful.
Your words of appreciation warm my heart and inspire me to keep sharing these feelings through poetry.
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Yes, keep sharing, Verma. My pleasure!
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Thank you so much! 😊
It truly means a lot to know you enjoy what I share. Your encouragement and warmth always inspire me to keep writing and expressing from the heart.
I deeply appreciate your kind words and support — it makes the creative journey even more meaningful. 🌸✍️💫
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