I really like that. How your words and the ending hring weight and meaning through something so small which would normally not be given that much thought too.
That final line, 'how not to smell like your absence,' absolutely floored me. It’s incredible how a clearance-bin find can trigger such a deep realization of what’s been lost—and what’s been forgotten. Beautifully written and so relatable.
I too write poetry if you ever what to check my Substack
Dear Sister I have a gift of God for your supreme welfare:
Through which mantra can you serve the whole world from Home?
How To Surrender To God: chant the God's name continuously and meditatively alongside all your righteous deeds selflessly and live a restraint life full of celibacy.
I would encourage you to chant the divine mantra of God "Om Anandmay Om Shantimay" constantly as mentioned above along with all your righteous actions from morning to bed time. Chant this divine with the following sentiments:
Om Anandmay Om Shantimay (means):
So I am blissful I am peaceful
May All be blissful May All be peaceful
🙏Achieve the divine in this human birth only don't miss this precious opportunity. This is the aim of human birth as defined by God.
Holy Geeta, Verse Number: 5.25
Summary :
Those sages whose sins are destroyed, whose doubts are removed, who are self-disciplined, and who remain engaged in the welfare of all beings—such souls attain liberation in the Supreme.
Explanation :
Lord Anandmay emphasizes that true spiritual progress is not limited to personal salvation but extends to universal service. When one’s mind is purified, free from dualities, and firmly disciplined, the natural inclination becomes service to all living beings. This selfless engagement in the welfare of the world is itself the path to liberation. In modern terms, even from home, with the spirit of serving humanity—through knowledge, guidance, or compassionate action—this teaching can be practiced. It shows that the mantra of "serving all beings" is timeless and can be lived anywhere, becoming a global service that uplifts both the individual and the collective.
So, continuously chant God's name "Om Anandmay Om Shantimay" continuously and meditatively alongside all your righteous deeds selflessly and live a self restraint life full of celibacy, see the God in every living being and materials in the world.
This poem is gonna stay in my mind for a while.
its simplicity with which the poem delivers its message amaze me.
Its one beautiful poem
Thank you for sharing it.🩷
Thank you for reading!!! ♥️
Scent is such a memory trigger in this case of loss - thanks for sharing
It is 🥺 Thank you for reading 🖤
I really like that. How your words and the ending hring weight and meaning through something so small which would normally not be given that much thought too.
Beautifully done.
Thank you, Gary! Sometimes it really is the little things that can allow the memories to come rushing back. I appreciate your kind words! 🖤
I really like your poetry.
Thank you so much 🥹🖤
A really beautiful text, told through an everyday object.
Very well done 🤍🤍
Thank you so much 🖤 I appreciate your kind words!
we’ve all had that moment when we determined the deodorant was NOT what we thought it was, beautifully written! oops is right 🫶🏽🖤😆
He was right though lmao……….. coconut as deodorant doesn’t smell right 😅 next time I’ll get something different. Thank you! ☺️🖤
😆🫶🏽🖤
That final line, 'how not to smell like your absence,' absolutely floored me. It’s incredible how a clearance-bin find can trigger such a deep realization of what’s been lost—and what’s been forgotten. Beautifully written and so relatable.
I too write poetry if you ever what to check my Substack
https://open.substack.com/pub/theinkspilled
Thank you so much 🖤🥹 your comment and support means a lot.
I’ll absolutely check out your page as well!
I love supporting writing with comments and feedback💫 Also you write so beautifully!!
So do you! 😍 I just subscribed, can’t wait to read more of your work as well! 🫶
aww thank you💌
I enjoyed reading your poem very much. The humor leads you in just enough for the ending to hurt. Beautifully done.
Thank you! This is a very thoughtful comment and much appreciated 🖤
I love this. Em!
Thank you so much 🥹 I had to kinda force myself to post this one, so it means a lot!! 💜
Hello, so happy to connect with you 🤍 I just subscribed to your content, and I hope you feel like subscribing to mine too 💌 xx
Thank you, love! I'll definitely give you a sub. Your page looks awesome, so glad you enjoyed my work 🖤
Thank you, appreciated 🤍 let’s stay in touch. xx
Oops...lol
Oops indeed 😂
Dear Sister I have a gift of God for your supreme welfare:
Through which mantra can you serve the whole world from Home?
How To Surrender To God: chant the God's name continuously and meditatively alongside all your righteous deeds selflessly and live a restraint life full of celibacy.
I would encourage you to chant the divine mantra of God "Om Anandmay Om Shantimay" constantly as mentioned above along with all your righteous actions from morning to bed time. Chant this divine with the following sentiments:
Om Anandmay Om Shantimay (means):
So I am blissful I am peaceful
May All be blissful May All be peaceful
🙏Achieve the divine in this human birth only don't miss this precious opportunity. This is the aim of human birth as defined by God.
Holy Geeta, Verse Number: 5.25
Summary :
Those sages whose sins are destroyed, whose doubts are removed, who are self-disciplined, and who remain engaged in the welfare of all beings—such souls attain liberation in the Supreme.
Explanation :
Lord Anandmay emphasizes that true spiritual progress is not limited to personal salvation but extends to universal service. When one’s mind is purified, free from dualities, and firmly disciplined, the natural inclination becomes service to all living beings. This selfless engagement in the welfare of the world is itself the path to liberation. In modern terms, even from home, with the spirit of serving humanity—through knowledge, guidance, or compassionate action—this teaching can be practiced. It shows that the mantra of "serving all beings" is timeless and can be lived anywhere, becoming a global service that uplifts both the individual and the collective.
So, continuously chant God's name "Om Anandmay Om Shantimay" continuously and meditatively alongside all your righteous deeds selflessly and live a self restraint life full of celibacy, see the God in every living being and materials in the world.