The Warmth of Coffee - By Mariam Elsobky

Written By: Mariam Elsobky

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In the vibrant tapestry of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Mariam Elsobky presents her poetic suite, "The Warmth of Coffee." This compelling entry, under the Poetry category, invites readers on a journey through contemplative themes and vivid imagery. Participants from around the world bring diverse voices to this competition, celebrating the art of poetry and creative writing. Mariam's work stands as a testament to the universal experience of finding solace and inspiration in the everyday.

About the Work

"The Warmth of Coffee" by Mariam Elsobky weaves a rich tapestry of introspection and vivid imagery, capturing moments of tranquility and longing. The collection explores themes of passion, solitude, and the intimate connection between nature and self-discovery. Through evocative language and a gentle cadence, Mariam crafts a reflective narrative that resonates with the reader, inviting them to pause and ponder the simple pleasures and profound questions of life.

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Original Submission by Mariam Elsobky

The Warmth of Coffee

I stare

out the

windows

at the

passing clouds

nonchalantly,

As I sip

the warmth

of the coffee

cup.

I take

an ink pen

and a paper

and start

writing poetry,

As I sip

the warmth

of the coffee

cup.

I breathe

in the air

passionately,

flawlessly,

slowly,

As I sip

the warmth

of the coffee

cup.

An Ardent Passion

I yearn

to move forwards

in my chosen path

of being the author

of many different

written books.

I yearn

to move forwards

like a river current

flows freely.

I write

passionately,

with the speed

of white lightning

and clear rain.

I yearn

to move forwards

just like

an eagle

spreads its wings

in the morning

sky.

I yearn

to move forwards,

my eyes

shining ardently

with my newfound

passion

for the written

word.

The Wildheaded Fox

I am the wildheaded fox

standing amongst

the lifelessness

of the autumn

leaves.

I am the wildheaded fox

with the golden

and amber

eyes ablaze

with robust,

fierce passion.

I am the wildheaded fox

baring its teeth

at the trespassers

with no place

here.

I am the wildheaded fox

surrounded by

acorns

the color

of copper.

I am the wildheaded fox

standing on

the gritty rust

of the fence.

The Midnight Rain

Water drops fall from the midnight rain,

polishing the earth from the midnight rain.

The night glows lightly and cosmically,

as the water falls from the midnight rain.

People run outside to seek the rain,

while the water continues to drop from the midnight rain.

I too run outside in excitement,

the poet splashing the lane from the midnight rain.

The Loneliness of The Desert

The climate

of the desert

is a scorching

display of heat.

With the sun

hovering above

the lonely desert,

stepping foot

onto the sand

is like setting

yourself

up for death.

The wind

blows strongly

with an

ambitious drive.

The desert

is one

lonely place,

having been

completely

forsaken

by its own

people..

A Global Village

Thousands

of countries

arrive at

the venues

of Global Village.

The men

dance with

rifles

and canes.

The women

dance with

flowing dresses.

The students

take their

positions

at the clubs,

Ready to

celebrate

cultural day

in Abu Dhabi.

The Ocean's Love

The ocean loves me,

with the way it splashes wild,

I feel invincible.

Friends of Nature

We sit peacefully,

smiling at the sun warmly,

perched on the lush grass.

The Price of Sacrifice

There is an old tree

that had weathered

countless centuries

of history.

It had seen plenty

of legendary events

happen in the span

of five hundred

centuries.

One such incident

had never left

the old tree's mind.

It was the meeting

with a certain

nightingale.

The nightingale

had bled herself

into a rose

until there was

but a drop

of blood left

in her.

All for a human,

who had

ended up

abandoning

the rose

after his lover

had forsaken him.

Oh, that silly nightingale!

Sacrificing herself

for one

selfish human

and his lover!

Fallout

Oscar Wilde

wrote a story and smiled.

He didn't know Constance would

throw him out of the house for good.

Letter To A Past Friend

I am sorry

for causing you

immense anguish.

I was only trying

to soothe

your mood

in any way

I could,

but it went

horribly wrong.

You told

your friends

about what

I had done.

The worst

thing is

I can't even

blame you

for telling them.

I miss our

old memories

where we

laughed

and cried,

till we couldn't

anymore.

I miss when

we were playing

card games

full of dust

and watching

old films

together.

I miss how

we used to

discuss

art,

music,

and poetry

away from

everyone else.

But I know,

I know,

I know,

I know,

That nothing

will ever

spark

between us

anymore.

A Pod’s Wish

At the surface

of the ocean

lives a pod

of dolphins.

Filled with

curiosity,

they wonder

what it's like

to be

surrounded

by humanity.

They long

to be

in the

human world

to be able

to experience

their emotions

and struggles.

The dolphins

yearn to dance

the night

away under

the moonlight.

The same way

humans do

so freely,

so happily,

so deeply.

Oh, how they wish for it!

The Evanescence of The Three Travelers

Three girls travel

to the woods

in an insatiable

curiosity.

Rumor spread

that there was

a mysterious

house,

Full of demonic creatures:

unruly monsters,

ruthless vampires,

unsettling ghosts.

The girls longed

to see them

for themselves.

They reach

the threshold

of the abandoned

house.

The creatures

already move

to the entrance,

vengeance in

their eyes.

A girl shrieks,

alerting them

to the three

girls’ presence.

They begin

to march

with sturdy,

unified steps

towards

the three girls.

The girls panic,

one of them

warning

the others

to escape.

They quickly

run outside

for fear of

their lives,

never to be

seen again.

Sweater Weather

She was a finely tuned sleek sweater,

a piece of silk sweet like a love letter.

She was a piece of silk worn at dawn,

She was worn by her keeper.

She was her keeper’s favorite sweater,

a piece of silk sweet like a love letter.

She was her keeper’s precious love letter,

she was as light and soft as a feather.

She was a finely tuned sleek sweater,

a piece of silk sweet like a love letter.

A Violent Embrace

He grips the muslin-

-in his hands, a pleasin'

aura on his face, he draws

the ground to the border

in a firm embrace, an order.

the ground and the border

dance together swiftly

in a binding embrace,

swaying their thighs,

love and hate

fusing in a body,

a flawless state.

The ground and the border

collide together, a classic ensemble,

against the searing heat of the iron,

a dedicated and tender union incomparable.

He seizes the flush canvas-

-setting it against

the form sitting in boredom,

aligning the cloth with its breast,

driving the draping pins straight

into the form who screams

in pain against the anchored cloth.

The ground and the border

try to defy order,

opposing the

precise form,

refusing to submit

to their hapless owner.

He isn’t slighted by their

untimely defiance against him,

gently cutting slits into their edges,

leading them to a synchronized harmony,

the ground, the border, and the form,

united at last in their own sanctuary.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, hosted by Hashtag Kalakar, is a premier gathering of literary talent, drawing participants from across the globe. This esteemed competition celebrates the power of words to inspire, challenge, and connect us. Writers and poets, both emerging and established, contribute their unique voices to this vibrant showcase of creativity and expression.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mariam Elsobky for her captivating entry, "The Warmth of Coffee," in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her evocative portrayal of life's quiet moments and fervent aspirations enriches this celebration of poetic artistry. We are grateful for her contribution and wish her continued success on her literary journey.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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