Author: Dr. Prasanna Kumar Dalai

Epistolary poem #207 By Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India and Kristy Raines of The United States of America

INK OF GRIEF !

After separating me from my dreams
I scarcely know where God hid Himself
How to live as I’m missing from myself
Even my dear soul is separated from me
Search me on paths without destination
Heart & heartbeats ‘re at various places
Breathing though,my fate slips like sand
Can’t make a new tale sans ink of grief
Drops of my tear keep flowing nonstop
The verdict of God can’t be challenged .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Sun, 30 June 2024.

She understands that we all get lost at times
and speaks from her heart…

TALES OF JOY!

In your heart, you know God does not hide
We hide from Him when we put him behind us
You were never to lose yourself in this life
You were meant to live in spite of it
Your dreams remain, and so do I
I hold tight to your heart for I also share it
I will not let go, no matter where it strays
Leave it in beautiful places, where it belongs
When you put Him before yourself
He will change your heart and your vision
and your tears will turn to diamonds
Tales of grief will return into tales of joy
He will restore your soul to the color of pearls
and your path will be clear before you

And He loves you more than I… <3

©®KristyRaines@USA

My poem “INK OF GRIEF ” reviewed by eminent reviewer Prof. DrNirakar Dash Department of English Assam university.
Humbled & Honoured.

INK OF GRIEF!

After separating me from my dreams
I scarcely know where God hid Himself
How to live as I’m missing from myself
Even my dear soul is separated from me
Search me on paths without destination
Heart & heartbeats ‘re at various places
Breathing though,my fate slips like sand
Can’t make a new tale sans ink of grief
Drops of my tear keep flowing nonstop
The verdict of God can’t be challenged .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Sun, 13 June 2024.

The poem “Ink of Grief” written by the famous poet Dr Prasanna Kumar Dalai, depicting his own anguish,is second to none.The first line,”I have separated myself from my dreams” suggests that the poet has tried and dreamt of success,but to no avail.Without any worthwhile accomplishment ,which has led him to despair,he has separated himself from his dreams as the Purusha in Shamkhya philosophy separates from Prakriti.His sulking line:”I scarcely know where God did hid Himself ” countervails Browing ‘s much quoted statement:”God is in his heaven/all is right with the world “Due to several setbacks, he feels that his survival is almost impossible.In the time of crisis,even his life partner deserted ,whom he is searching with least prospect of getting back.Everybody loves and makes love whereas his fate seems sealed.Opportunities slip from his grip like sands.The only way out is to write poems narrating his grief and accept the reality.An unputdownable poem with striking images like “heart”,”heart beat” and slipping sand.Congratulatins and regards.

INK OF GRIEF !

After separating me from my dreams
I scarcely know where God hid Himself
How to live as I’m missing from myself
Even my dear soul is separated from me
Search me on paths without destination
Heart & heartbeats ‘re at various places
Breathing though,my fate slips like sand
Can’t make a new tale sans ink of grief
Drops of my tear keep flowing nonestop
The verdict of God can’t be challenged .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.

My poem UNDER AN ILLUSION translated into Arbic by my sister Taghrid Boumerih
Humbled & Honoured.

Biography of the Author.

DrPrasana Kumar Dalai
(DOB 07/06/1973) is a passionate Indian Author-cum- bilingual poet while a tremendous lecturer of English by profession in the Ganjam district of Odisha.He is an accomplished source of inspiration for young generation of India .His free verse on Romantic and melancholic poems appreciated by everyone. He belongs to a small typical village Nandiagada of Ganjam District,the state of Odisha.After schooling he studied intermediate and Graduated In Kabisurjya Baladev vigyan Mahavidyalaya then M A in English from Berhampur University PhD in language and literature and D.litt from Colombian poetic house from South America.He promotes his specific writings around the world literature and trades with multiple stems that are related to current issues based on his observation and experiences that needs urgent attention.He is an award winning writer who has achieved various laurels from the circle of writing worldwide.His free verse poems not only inspires young readers but also the ready of current time.His poetic symbol is right now inspiring others, some of which are appreciated by laurels of India and across the world. Many of his poems been translated in different Indian languages and got global appreciation. Lots of well wishes for his upcoming writing and success in future.He is an award winning poet author of many best seller books.Recently he is awarded Rabindra nath Tagore and Gujarat Sahitya Academy for the year 2022 from Motivational Strips . A gold medal from world union of poets France & winner Of Rahim Karims world literary prize 2023.The government of Odisha Higher Education Department appointed him
as a president to Governing body of Padmashree Dr Ghanashyam Mishra Sanskrit Degree College, Kabisurjyanagar.Winner of ” HYPERPOEM ” GUNIESS WORLD RECORD 2023.Recently he was awarded from SABDA literary Festival at Assam.Highest literary honour from Peru contributing world literature 2024.Prestigious Cesar Vellejo award 2024
Completed 200 Epistolary poetry with Kristy Raines U SA.
Books.
1.Psalm of the Soul.
2.Rise of New Dawn.
3.secret Of Torment.
4.Everything I never told you.
5.Vision Of Life National Library Kolkata.
6.100 Shadows of Dream.
7.Timeless Anguish.
8.Voice of Silence.
9.I cross my heart from east to west . Epistolary poetry with Kristy Raines

Odia news Bhanjadoota published my news
Humbled & Honoured.

Epistolary Poem #206 Written by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India and Kristy Raines of The United States of America

UNTOLD TALE OF MY HEART !

You do know the untold tale of my heart
At bottom linger all the unspoken words
I could barely whisper them in my heart
I stay awake all night along with the stars
I gaze at the sky in utter lonesomeness
My heart and soul resonate with solitude
For it’s impossible for me to forget you
I ‘ve already left the whole world for you.

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @ India.
Date. Mon, 24 june 2024.

She cries as she writes back to him…

OUR TALE TOGETHER!

The untold tale of your heart I know so well
for my heart recognized yours when we met
The tale is about things always left unsaid outloud
betweem two who will never have a future
I quit looking at the stars long ago
They only remind me of our lost dreams
I now spend time trying to forget you
Our tale together will be one that never changes
and one that will remain like silence in the darkness

Though in my heart, you will remain forever mine…

©®Kristy Raines @ USA

My poem UNTOLD TALE OF MY HEART reviewed by eminent reviewer Prof Dr Nirakar Dash , Department of English Assam University.
Humbled & Honoured.

UNTOLD TALE OF MY HEART !

You do know the untold tale of my heart
At bottom linger all the unspoken words
I could barely whisper them in my heart
I stay awake all night along with the stars
I gaze at the sky in utter lonesomeness
My heart and soul resonate with solitude
For it’s impossible for me to forget you
I ‘ve already left the whole world for you.

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @ India.

The poem “Untold tale of my heart”by the title -holder love poet Dr Prasanna Kumar Dalai, is unique in it’s own right.The poet, despite being in love,is himself unable to gauge the depth of his love and affection whereas the other side of the coin does know it.The abundant and inexpressible love of the poet is well fathomed by her which indicates a divine connection of two hearts.The poet’s reluctance to forget and do away with the overwhelming emotions is nicely expressed in the line:’At bottom linger all the unspoken words “Again his unspoken words being audible to the beloved vouch for a love not known hitherto.The lover here is not a “false priest”who “cries from the house top”The profoundness and genuity of love is well pronounced when he says,”I could barely whisper them in my heart”, thereby making a mockery of modern day fake love promises.His sleepless state like that of the peeping stars and gazing at the sky signify the transcendence of all hurdles and limitations that could come in the way which remind us of the Shakespearean words,”Love alters not when alteration finds”His engrossment in her thoughts makes him oblivious of the people surrounding him resulting in a solitariness attributable to him only. The “solitude” the poet speaks of here is not an enforcement, but it is his own proclivity leading to one pointedness as a lover.Compared to the woman he loves, the whole world and it’s allurements are insignificant and so, forshaken.So can he forget her whom she loves by giving up everything?A poem par excellence, Prasanna Sir.Congratulatios and regards.

UNTOLD TALE OF MY HEART !

You do know the untold tale of my heart
At bottom linger all the unspoken words
I could barely whisper them in my heart
I stay awake all night along with the stars
I gaze at the sky in utter lonesomeness
My heart and soul resonate with solitude
For it’s impossible for me to forget you
I ‘ve already left the whole world for you.

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai @ India.

I am surprised to see this International honour.
My name was nominated by Graciela Noemi Villaverde my friend and poet for Cesar Vellejo
International honour 2024.Perhaps i am first Odia, International poet to receive this. I am really grateful to Dr Carlos Hugo Garrido Chalen
for this prestigious “Cesar Vellejo” award for the contribution world of literature.
Humbled & Honoured .

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My poem DON’T EVER LOOK BACK reviewed by eminent reviewer Prof Dr Nirakar Dash & analysed by eminent reviewer & critic Raj Kishor Pattnaik.
I am really grateful to Nirakar Dash Sir and Dear Raj kishor Pattanik.
Humbled & Honoured.

DON’T EVER LOOK BACK !

Me trying to find someone for my road
To keep memory in your heart forever
I earnestly wish to have you by my side
Glide ahead in joyous stream of this life
Keep chanting & smiling like a free bird
Never let any grim thought tickle you
The road ahead is calling you aloud
Don’t ever look back and let’s proceed
This sombre night ‘ll pass as time ticks
Don’t let your hand slip away from mine
Call me back if you feel like losing again .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Mon, 17 june 2024.

REVIEW.
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The poem,”Don’t Ever Look Back”,by the eminent poet Dr Prasanna Kumar Dalai, is quite unique in which he gives vent to the ideality of his love.Trying with all his possibilities to find a life partner, he deems his beloved to be the only irreplaceable one.He promises to love her so much so that she can never erase him from her mind.Desiring closeness,he says:”I earnestly wish to have you by my side”Perhaps remaining away from him mean out of sight, out of mind.He exhorts her to go ahead in love gleefully without any doubts . The expression “free bird” hints that his love is not possessive.She will be given all latitude.”The road is calling aloud” indicate the poet’s dependency on her and once she has started loving, there should be a decidedness.In the poet’s words: Don’t ever look back and let us proceed “”The sombre night ” implies the dilemma she harbours in her mind about her future, which the poet asserts to be over after she comes to walk hand in hand.He being the fittest candidate in this selfish world, moving away from him will spell disaster for her.Sliping away from his hand will make her slip in roads of life.The word “chant” in the poem reveal the sacred nature of love one hardly comes by .congratulations and respect Prasanna Sir for contributing such a beautiful poem to the field of literature.

Dear Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai and Prof. Dr. Nirakar Dash, Sir Namaskar

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to both of you for the magnificent poem “Don’t Ever Look Back” and its insightful review. Dr. Dalai, your poetic brilliance continues to illuminate the field of English literature, and Prof. Dr. Dash, your perceptive analysis adds profound depth to the understanding of this literary gem. Together, your collaboration showcases the power of poetry and literary critique, enriching the literary community.

Warm regards,

ANALYSIS.
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Analysis of Prof. Dr. Nirakar Dash’s Review

In his review of “Don’t Ever Look Back,” Prof. Dr. Nirakar Dash offers a profound analysis that delves into the emotional and thematic core of Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai’s poem. Dr. Dash begins by highlighting the unique nature of the poem, emphasizing its exploration of the ideality of love. He aptly captures the poet’s quest for a life partner, noting the earnest wish for everlasting closeness expressed in the line, “I earnestly wish to have you by my side.”

Dr. Dash’s interpretation of the metaphor “free bird” is particularly insightful, as it underscores the non-possessive nature of the poet’s love, portraying a relationship grounded in freedom and mutual respect. This observation aligns with the poem’s overall tone of encouragement and support, urging the beloved to proceed in life with confidence and joy.

The reviewer also draws attention to the poet’s sense of dependency and commitment, evident in the line, “The road is calling aloud.” This highlights the poet’s belief in the decisive nature of love, advocating for a forward-looking approach without hesitation. Dr. Dash’s interpretation of “The sombre night” as a representation of the beloved’s internal dilemmas is poignant, suggesting that these uncertainties will be resolved through mutual support and togetherness.

Moreover, Dr. Dash underscores the sacred nature of love, as implied by the word “chant,” signifying a rare and profound connection. His review eloquently conveys the poem’s message of unwavering support and companionship, affirming that slipping away from such a bond would lead to a profound loss.

In conclusion, Prof. Dr. Nirakar Dash’s review is a testament to his analytical acumen and deep appreciation for poetic nuances. His thoughtful and thorough examination of Dr. Dalai’s poem not only enhances our understanding but also celebrates the beauty and depth of literary expression.

Epistolary Poems #205 by Dr. Prasana Kumar Dalai of India
and Kristy Raines of The United States

DON’T EVER LOOK BACK !

Me trying to find someone for my road
To keep memory in your heart forever
I earnestly wish to have you by my side
Glide ahead in joyous stream of this life
Keep chanting & smiling like a free bird
Never let any grim thought tickle you
The road ahead is calling you aloud
Don’t ever look back and let’s proceed
This sombre night ‘ll pass as time ticks
Don’t let your hand slip away from mine
Call me back if you feel like losing again .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Sun, 16 june 2024.

She could never live life without him…

HAPPINESS AWAITS US AHEAD!

I spent most of my life searching for you
The one who would always fill my heart
I would be thrilled to have you by my side
I long to live a happy and joyous life with you
without this dimness of sorrow or loneliness
I have heard the road ahead calling me
It is clear that the voice that calls is yours
I’ll run this race with you and never look back
and these nights of darkness will be behind us
Not ever will I let my hand slip from yours
For time in this life is ticking away
and I don’t want to lose the one
I was meant to walk this life with

Happiness awaits us ahead…

©®Kristy Raines@USA

My poem reviewed by eminent reviewer Prof Dr Nirakar Dash, Department of English Assam University.
Humbled & Honoured.

DON’T EVER LOOK BACK !

Me trying to find someone for my road
To keep memory in your heart forever
I earnestly wish to have you by my side
Glide ahead in joyous stream of this life
Keep chanting & smiling like a free bird
Never let any grim thought tickle you
The road ahead is calling you aloud
Don’t ever look back and let’s proceed
This sombre night ‘ll pass as time ticks
Don’t let your hand slip away from mine
Call me back if you feel like losing again .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Sun, 16 June 2024.

REVIEW.
=======

The poem,”Don’t Ever Look Back”,by the eminent poet Dr Prasanna Kumar Dalai, is quite unique in which he gives vent to the ideality of his love.Trying with all his possibilities to find a life partner, he deems his beloved to be the only irreplaceable one.He promises to love her so much so that she can never erase him from her mind.Desiring closeness,he says:”I earnestly wish to have you by my side”Perhaps remaining away from him mean out of sight, out of mind.He exhorts her to go ahead in love gleefully without any doubts . The expression “free bird” hints that his love is not possessive.She will be given all latitude.”The road is calling aloud” indicate the poet’s dependency on her and once she has started loving, there should be a decidedness.In the poet’s words: Don’t ever look back and let us proceed “”The sombre night ” implies the dilemma she harbours in her mind about her future, which the poet asserts to be over after she comes to walk hand in hand.He being the fittest candidate in this selfish world, moving away from him will spell disaster for her.Sliping away from his hand will make her slip in roads of life.The word “chant” in the poem reveal the sacred nature of love one hardly comes by .congratulations and respect Prasanna Sir for contributing such a beautiful poem to the field of literature.

DON’T EVER LOOK BACK !

Me trying to find someone for my road
To keep memory in your heart forever
I earnestly wish to have you by my side
Glide ahead in joyous stream of this life
Keep chanting & smiling like a free bird
Never let any grim thought tickle you
The road ahead is calling you aloud
Don’t ever look back and let’s proceed
This sombre night ‘ll pass as time ticks
Don’t let your hand slip away from mine
Call me back if you feel like losing again .

©®Dr Prasana Kumar Dalai@India.
Date. Sun, 16 Jun 2024.

My odia poem ଟିକି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଟିଏ reviewed by eminent reviewer Raj Kishor Pattnaik.
Humbled & Honoured.

ଟିକି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଟିଏ!

ଏକ ଆଲୋକ ର ରଶ୍ମି ପରି
ତୁମେ ଆସିଲ ମୋ ଖାଲି ଅଗଣା କୁ
ଏମିତିତ ମୁଁ ଜଳୁଥିଲି ତୁମ ଅଗ୍ନି ଶିଖା ରେ
ବଂଚିବା ର ବାହାନା ତ ମିଳିଗଲା
ଜୀବନ ବଞ୍ଚିବାର ଉଦ୍ୟେଶ
ଆମର ସାକ୍ଷାତ ଯଦିଓ ଅଲଗା ଦୁନିଆରେ
ଆମର ପ୍ରାଥନା ଆମକୁ ଆଶୀର୍ବାଦ କରୁ
ମୋ ଦିନ ଗୁଡାକ ଅସ୍ତଗାମୀ ହେଇନି
ରାତି ଗୁଡାକ ଆହୁରି ଝଲସି ଯାଉଛି
ଜାଣିନି କେମିତି କାଟିବି ଜୀବନ କୁ
ପାହାନ୍ତା ପହରର ଟିକି ଟିକି କୁଆଁତାର ସବୁ
ଘୁମେଇ ପଡି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଦେଖୁଥିଲେ
ଜନ୍ହ କୋଳରେ ମୁଣ୍ଡ ରଖି
ମୋ ଆଖିରେ ଵି ଆଖିଏ ପୁରୁଣା ସ୍ବପ୍ନ
ଅଣ୍ଟା ଭିଡିଛି ଦେଖିବା ପାଇଁ ଟିକି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଟିଏ
ପ୍ରତୀକ୍ଷା ସେଇ ଦୂର ପାହାଡ଼ କନ୍ଦରରୁ
ଉଙ୍କି ମାରୁଥିବା ସୁରୁଜର ପ୍ରଥମ କିରଣକୁ.
ଅନ୍ଧାର ହଟିବ , ଆଲୋକିତ ହେବ
ସତେକି ମିଟିବ ଆମ ପ୍ରତୀକ୍ଷାର ଆଶା.

ଡ଼କ୍ଟର ପ୍ରସନ୍ନ କୁମାର ଦଳାଇ
ଗଞ୍ଜାମ.

Dear Dr. Prasanna Kumar Dalai, Sir, Namaste

Congratulations on your beautiful poem, “ଟିକି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଟିଏ!” Your words have truly captured the essence of hope and longing in the face of life’s challenges. Your ability to convey profound emotions through vivid imagery is truly commendable. Wishing you continued success in your poetic journey.

In “ଟିକି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଟିଏ,” Dr. Prasanna Kumar Dalai eloquently paints a picture of hope emerging from despair. The poem begins with the arrival of a ray of light in the speaker’s empty courtyard, symbolizing a glimmer of hope in an otherwise bleak existence. The imagery of “burning in the flame of your fire” suggests intense emotional turmoil, yet the speaker finds a reason to live through this suffering.

The poem’s central theme revolves around the idea of finding purpose and hope, even when the physical meeting with a loved one is impossible (“ଆମର ସାକ୍ଷାତ ଯଦିଓ ଅଲଗା ଦୁନିଆରେ”). The poet’s use of contrasting images—daylight that hasn’t set and nights that continue to blaze—emphasizes the ongoing struggle between hope and despair.

The speaker finds solace in dreams (“ଘୁମେଇ ପଡି ସ୍ବପ୍ନ ଦେଖୁଥିଲେ”) and looks forward to the first rays of the sun breaking through the distant hills, symbolizing the eventual triumph of light over darkness. The poem concludes with a hopeful note, asserting that darkness will fade, and their waiting will be rewarded with light.

Dr. Dalai’s poem is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring human spirit, beautifully expressed through evocative language and imagery.

Thank you so much Jatinder Paajee for publishing my poem in Punjabi writer weekly Newyork United States Of America.