ABOUT THE POEM:
The essence of the poem FORSAKEN FLEETING VOWS, a translated version of a poem from Tamil Literature lies in the tender affection and promise shared between two lovers. The lover adores the flowing hair of the beloved, expressing a deep attachment. He assures her that when she attains maturity, she will become a cherished presence in his home. The lover hails from the hills. Akin to a hunter who unexpectedly unearths a precious gem while searching for a livelihood the boy meets her. However, the current whereabouts of the lover remains unknown, leaving a sense of mystery and longing in the girl’s heart. These words were spoken by the girl's companion to her while the girl's parents were unintentionally listening.
FORSAKEN FLEETING VOWS
Oh, the tale of a love so tender,
Where vows were made to never surrender.
His gentle touch graced each strand of hair,
As he pledged his love, so pure and rare.
He spoke of a future yet to unfold,
When maturity would turn her heart bold.
In his home, he promised she'd reside,
Adorned by her beauty, his eternal pride.
But fate's hand played a cruel decree,
For he hailed from hills, a distant plea.
A hunter seeking gems, precious and bright,
Lost in the depths of time's fading light.
His whereabouts now a mystery unknown,
Leaving his love to face the world alone.
In the tapestry of time, he's left behind,
Leaving her heart and soul entwined.
Yet, the memory of his touch remains,
A bittersweet reminder that forever stains.
Though his presence may be lost in time,
His love's imprint lingers, sublime.
She walks this path with strength and grace,
Embracing life's challenges she must face.
For even in absence, love's flame still burns,
And in her heart, his memory churns.
(The poem is all about the fleeting vows of the lover, spoken by the girl's companion to her while the girl's parents were unintentionally listening)
