Touch In Time - By Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali

Written By: Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali brings to life a serene exploration of time and tranquility in her poetry piece, "Touch In Time." As part of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, this poem invites readers into a world where stillness and movement intertwine. The piece, submitted under the Poetry category, captures the essence of life's rhythm and the gentle embrace of time, offering a reflective pause in the rush of daily life.

About the Work

"Touch In Time" is a masterful reflection on the delicate balance between stillness and motion. The poem's mood is one of profound peace, using imagery that evokes the fluidity and grace of time's passage. Through a rhythmic dance of words, Isabella-Jane explores the interplay of serenity and life's pace, creating a harmonious blend that resonates with tenderness and introspection.

Touch In Time

Original Submission by Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali

Written by Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali

Touch In Time

Stillness flows with graceful abandon.

In its assuredness, I find peace and tranquillity.

I find bliss as I fall to the flows of fluidity.

Moments blend seamlessly with no trace of separation.

Heartbeats punctuate silence with gentle articulation.

They patiently pulse the slowness of serenity.

Everything in between exists in brevity.

I move against time with hesitation.

Speeding up just to slow pace, morphing stillness with deftness.

The rhythm of life waxes and wanes in complementing synchrony.

As movement in time pulls me forward, I pull back with tenderness.

Tinged with the romance of a rubato, time paints this melody.

The sweetness of time’s spirit plucks at my heartstrings with softness.

In participation, I am surrounded by streams of harmony.

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating the vibrant world of poetry and creative writing. It seeks to inspire and uplift writers worldwide, offering a space for unique voices and diverse narratives to be shared and appreciated.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Isabella-Jane Shah binti Shahrum Ali for sharing "Touch In Time" with us. Her participation in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 enriches the tapestry of voices that make this event a celebration of creativity and expression.

About Hashtag Kalakar

Hashtag Kalakar is a creative platform dedicated to providing artists, writers, singers and other creative talents with opportunities to showcase their work and reach wider audiences through competitions, features and creative initiatives.