This week Reena challenged us to write a prose poem based on this line;
“An excerpts from the book “Extinctions” by Sharmishtha Mohanty. Her new book is positioned as “a book of poetry in prose.”
It came from somewhere too far to walk, from as far away as the most unreasonable desire, the most devastating hope.
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The desire was always there but hidden in the folds of unseen barriers. It was hidden yet near to the core of my heart, but always suppressed. Suppressed yet hoping against hope to get a chance to break through the rigid barriers that kept it imprisoned.
I was firm to lock this longing inside my soul for I was always afraid to let it out. Always afraid to let it be seen or associated with me. For I don’t want to be deemed weak or greedy. I don’t want to be seen as a prisoner of my wants.
But for how long could I hold it back?
It broke free ultimately, and to my shame, it announced itself to the world.
I want to be loved, just like anyone else. I want to be acknowledged like anyone else. And I want to be appreciated like anyone else.
Now the desire has the center stage, and I? I hide in the shadows and am contrite to be seen to be just a needy heart!
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I wasn’t sure if this was what the challenge required. But it’s my first attempt at poetic prose/ prose poetry!
Written for RXC # 245, hosted by Reena
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The prose poetry format is becoming a hit 🙂
Sometimes, such a big deal is made out of just wanting to be acknowledged and appreciated. Then, there may be some who grunt “Weren’t you already getting enough?”
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I think we seek acknowledgment because of an inherent desire in us, but most of us are ashamed of doing it. Thanks
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Seeking it is seen as shallowness, and that inhibits us.
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Very true.
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Reblogged this on Reena Saxena and commented:
Where did the desire come from – Prose Poetry by Sadje
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Thanks a lot for sharing Reena
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I liked the ending, Ma’am. Happens often. 🙂
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Thanks Kitty 🙏🏼
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Fantastic! So true your words. Love to all.
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Thanks a lot Suzette 💟
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My pleasure 😊
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Reblogged this on Empowered Women and commented:
Where did the desire come from? — a moving post by Sadje
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Thanks a lot for sharing 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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Great prose poetry!! Loved it…
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Thank you so much Kriti
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Well done. Deep, emotional.
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Thank you so much 🙏🏼
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love this prose poetry so beautifully shared Sadje!
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Thank you so much Cindy. I wasn’t even sure if I had the prompt right. Much appreciated 😍
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To be able to let our heart speak for us requires great courage. You have expressed your thoughts beautifully, Sadje. ❤️
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Thank you so much Punam. ❤️
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How wonderful, Sadje. I love this one.
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Thanks Jeff.
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Most welcome, Sadje. Always.
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You are a natural with the prose poetry. Keep em coming.
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Thanks a lot Jude. Your praise is much appreciated
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Its brilliant! I enjoyed it immensely! Well done Sadje! ❤
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Thank you so much Carol.
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Thanks for sharing
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Beautifully done, Sadje.
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Many thanks dear friend
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I enjoyed it, Sadje. It’s relatable.
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Thanks a lot Lokesh
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So beautiful. It’s so reasonable desire. I’m am still working what prose-poetry is 😦
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Thanks Indira! I still don’t understand it completely.
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🙂 and yet write so beautifully and quickly.
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Thanks Indira for your lovely words of encouragement 😍❤️
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This is lovely Sadje, well done!
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Many thanks dear friend
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My pleasure.
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💚💖❤️
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