A Boat Of Dreams Poem by Hindukush Ojha

A Boat Of Dreams

Rating: 5.0


A boat of dreams
In my placid sleep
Caused ripples,
With a little noise.

Her face alive,
I saw her speak
Through depths
Of death and time.

Her teenage pimples
Festered her cheeks,
Her voice still
Sweet like wine.

And I woke up
A little shaken,
A graying stubble
Upon my chin.

A discrepancy
Of a mind I thought,
To dream of one
So young.

I often see in dreams
Faces lost in time,
Their voices I still hear,
Wonder if they hear mine.

POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
'A boat of dreams in my placid sleep caused ripples, with a little noise.' This line captures the sense of a dream state and the subtle disturbances that can occur when something unexpected or significant happens. The use of the boat as a metaphor for dreams is effective and adds depth to the poem's theme. The depiction of the girl with teenage pimples and a sweet voice is poignant and adds a sense of innocence to the work. The final lines, 'Their voices I still hear, wonder if they hear mine' leave a lasting impression on the reader, and the use of the word 'wonder' suggests a sense of uncertainty or longing.
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Sylvia Frances Chan 19 April 2023

Thank you so much for Poet's notes about the poem. The intention of the poet is here extra explained. This metaphored poem deserves Top Marks. I have enjoyed every word here. TFS!

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