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When You Are Near

by Tony Whitaker

Her sitar sings me a serenade
on this warm and humid moonlit night
as she strums my world and notes delight.

This Indian Queen who fills my dream
then twirls her veils in a delicate dance
this mind held hostage as she enchants.

Her face could make any man submit
she charms us with such sharpened wit.
I’ll hold these memories until I quit.

Her smile warms as her words embraces
this world of cold and darkened faces

So goodbye my princess and know I’m one
warmed by the fire of your soul’s sun.

Born from your womb of words I hear,
so much more to life when you are near.

03/24/2008

Author's Note: To my friend Raj who I now leave behind as I move to Switzerland. May you continue to find success in life and keep Nanak by your side!

Posted on 03/24/2008
Copyright © 2026 Tony Whitaker

Member Comments on this Poem
Posted by JD Clay on 03/25/08 at 03:43 AM

I can feel the parting sorrow oozing from every pore, Tony. This is a wonderful bittersweet poem.

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