Sunday 23 October 2011

Let It Be

Image courtesy : Sweetestsin2862

This poem is a message from a father to his dear child...


Sleeping peacefully, my dear baby, so lovely and mild
Three words I would like you to know, my child
"Let it be"

Sometimes you will give your best
Yet you might be nowhere close to the rest
Just let it be

Sometimes your heart might be broken
With only memories left as a token
Just let it be

Sometimes you have to forget your long wait
And walk away with a losing, disappointed gait
Just let it be

Sometimes all your efforts might go in vain
You might be left with just regrets and pain
Just let it be

Sometimes life may get rough and harsh
But never allow your mind to be marsh
Just let it be 

Sometimes close to victory, you might face defeat
But do not let your confidence go offbeat
Just let it be

Sometimes when you are very lost and confused 
Know that, within you, I am always fused 
So just let it be 


Prompted by Bluebell Books: Short Story Slam Week 12



Thanks to Ava from The Poetry Palace for selecting me as the Thursday Poets Rally 55 Award Winner




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35 comments:

  1. UnknownMonday 24 October 2011 at 09:08:00 GMT-7

    This is sweet.

    well done.

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  2. UnknownMonday 24 October 2011 at 21:42:00 GMT-7

    Very nice one Umesh :)

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  3. AnonymousTuesday 25 October 2011 at 09:40:00 GMT-7

    let it be,

    how lovely your line it is from a father to a child, amazing entry.

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  4. Brian MillerTuesday 25 October 2011 at 12:16:00 GMT-7

    wow heart felt...as a dad and a son i felt them...well penned...

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  5. Umesh RaoTuesday 25 October 2011 at 12:21:00 GMT-7

    Thank you so much, Brian :)

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  6. AnonymousTuesday 25 October 2011 at 12:39:00 GMT-7

    so much wisdom in your lines

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  7. Adura OjoTuesday 25 October 2011 at 13:07:00 GMT-7

    Wise words of a father. Every son should hear it.

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  8. ShosannahTuesday 25 October 2011 at 13:09:00 GMT-7

    wise and tender words here.

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  9. PratibhaTuesday 25 October 2011 at 14:10:00 GMT-7

    awww... this was so sweet.. i wish to write and pass it to my kid some day :)

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  10. AnonymousTuesday 25 October 2011 at 15:34:00 GMT-7

    A sound set of lessons, and a fine showcase of a father's love.

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  11. TashtooTuesday 25 October 2011 at 15:53:00 GMT-7

    Timeless wisdom wonderfully penned

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  12. UnknownWednesday 26 October 2011 at 18:27:00 GMT-7

    Beautiful series Umesh, the refrain simple and wise. ~ Rose

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  13. AnonymousFriday 28 October 2011 at 02:02:00 GMT-7

    very wonderful verses...a lesson every one has to learn..Thanks for share

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  14. SprigBlossomsMonday 31 October 2011 at 12:20:00 GMT-7

    Such delightful words with rhyme and wisdom :) Cheers!

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  15. The PoetMonday 31 October 2011 at 17:41:00 GMT-7

    Hello.
    Visiting from The Poetry Pantry.

    Wise & heartfelt words from a father to a son.
    Penned beautifully.
    Nice image too.

    Thanks for sharing.

    The Beautiful Winds Of India

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  16. Another Man's DreamMonday 31 October 2011 at 22:10:00 GMT-7

    True - just let it be!

    Worthless words? I think not!

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  17. AnonymousThursday 3 November 2011 at 00:35:00 GMT-7

    "Sometimes when you are very lost and confused
    Know that, within you, I am always fused," I loved those lines. This is full of wisdom. A poem to all fathers out there. A powerful message.

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  18. AnonymousThursday 3 November 2011 at 05:08:00 GMT-7

    Very wise and loving words! Nicely done!

    http://charleslmashburn.wordpress.com/2011/11/02/mom-was-always-there-2/

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  19. AnonymousThursday 3 November 2011 at 06:22:00 GMT-7

    let it be,

    love between a father and a child reveals when lost.

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  20. A Word In My HeadThursday 3 November 2011 at 10:03:00 GMT-7

    its truly beautiful

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  21. HopeThursday 3 November 2011 at 16:55:00 GMT-7

    these words are certainly not worthless.

    wonderful write! very touching!

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  22. AnonymousFriday 4 November 2011 at 12:51:00 GMT-7

    wise advice, sweetly expressed

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  23. AnonymousSaturday 5 November 2011 at 18:11:00 GMT-7

    very powerful love.
    Happy Rally.

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  24. AnonymousSaturday 5 November 2011 at 19:43:00 GMT-7

    This is such a warm dedication to your child. A great representation of a loving father

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  25. ChèvrefeuilleSunday 6 November 2011 at 16:02:00 GMT-8

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  26. ChèvrefeuilleSunday 6 November 2011 at 16:05:00 GMT-8

    Sorry something went wrong.

    My compliments for this poem. It's all about LOVE

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  27. JANUSunday 6 November 2011 at 18:55:00 GMT-8

    Nice and touching.

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  28. Dorianna Ric (paintswithwords)Monday 7 November 2011 at 07:41:00 GMT-8

    'Let it be' three seemingly simple words; words that pack a powerful message of wisdom from a father to a child. The message concluded that the child is always loved and all the rest is trivial is, as a parent, the most powerful, joy giving, life supporting message a father can give his child. Emotionally charged beautifully written poem.

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  29. Umesh RaoWednesday 9 November 2011 at 08:41:00 GMT-8

    Thank you all for the wonderful comments :)

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  30. Jingle Poetry At Olive GardenMonday 21 November 2011 at 19:16:00 GMT-8

    Greetings,

    hope all is well,

    invite you to join poetry picnic today, simply share a relevant or a random piece, and enjoy!
    Happy Thanksgiving,
    Always, your presence is sunshine to us.
    Best Wishes!

    your talent rocks.
    xoxox

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  31. NehaMonday 12 December 2011 at 05:06:00 GMT-8

    This is a wonderful poem. I did read some of your other poems as well. Each stands out and makes me want to read more. Simplicity at its best :) .. Nice job.

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  32. Umesh RaoMonday 12 December 2011 at 19:09:00 GMT-8

    Thank you Neha :)

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  33. AnonymousThursday 22 December 2011 at 21:49:00 GMT-8

    outstanding poem.

    Incredible work,
    Happy Holidays….
    if you write Haiku, welcome sharing with us,
    1 to 3 or more are welcome.
    no theme.

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  34. AnonymousSunday 24 June 2012 at 14:10:00 GMT-7

    very deep and thought provoking

    defining mama one

    verification makes it really hard to comment. you'd get more comments if you turned it off. i had to do this several times to get it to work.

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  35. AnonymousTuesday 5 September 2017 at 01:41:00 GMT-7

    Wow .. What a dumb poem by a Kannadiga fool

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