The autumn flirted around
With a breezy, crazy dance,
Then, flitted away with a twirl,
Like the yellow, orange leaves
Of autumn, far, far away!
As winter entered with diffident steps,
Vincent stepped out of the world of books!
He could no longer read books, to escape
From his deep inner anguish and sorrow.
He knew he had reached the lowest ebb.
Letters from his father and brother
Became fewer and fewer.
If at all, there was a letter,
It described him as an ‘idler'
Wasting his time and life, doing nothing!
But a small voice from the core of Vincent's heart
Refused to believe that his existence was useless.
He still could be a valuable member of the society,
Could contribute to the world's beauty of life.
Unfortunately, he was stunned with the past events.
Now, he had recovered physically, but still,
Emotionally, he needed to get a grip over himself.
He had tried many vocations, from a salesman
In an art shop, to a teacher and even a preacher.
Everything ended with pain, suffering and failure!
When you feel down in the dumps,
Enveloped by inabilities and inadequacies,
When you feel completely worn out,
With absolute apathy and emptiness,
That's when the cosmic power lifts you up!
A Biographical Poem!
This great human being had done so much to help his fellow human beings. He had suffered so much. And now he has to suffer through the humiliation of those derogatory letters? Your last stanza is a testament to God. And an incredibly suspenseful build-up to your next poem. What a masterpiece!
I have nothing to add to the meticulous remarks of poetess Nosheen. You endevear to sketch the biography of such a great person is commendable dear madam. I have already taken this beautiful write to my favourite with top score.
I simply love this biographical series. To know that a great artist suffered so much during his life but he carried on to achieve greatness is certainly a tale of courage, motivation and strength. Kudos!
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
This episode sites another turn in the life of Van Gogh, " That's when the cosmic power lifts you up"