Ichi-go Ichi-e

a virus
a pandemic
did the unthinkable

they got us on our knees
mopped our cobwebbed minds
cleared our vision
recalibrated our goals
and showed us
what really mattered
in our lives
and what did not

the bliss of breathing free
the joy in little things
the wonders of living healthy
the love of friends n' family

ichi-go ichi-e
no moment can be recreated
live it fully!

Sometimes...

a soul, seeking
hoping and yearning

a heart, longing for
love and peace

a traveler, in quest of
untread paths and fresh air

a seeker, pursuing
answers and light

she was beautifully out of place
she was magically blended in it

she was sometimes that
she was sometimes this

a palpable spirit who danced in abandon
filled with simplicity n' bliss!

Giving Serendipity a chance...

why do we feel that strong urge

to control the handle of our life

wanting to set everything right

controlling all its moments

from the onset to the end?

when in true parlance, life,

sometimes, writes stories

that one cannot imagine, and

we are left wondering wild

what it will turn out to be

thinking too much, kills the fun

I feel we must just let it run

the way it is, the way it should be

for who knows chance serendipity

may exalt us giving us an experience

never felt before in our lifetime..!!

so what if we find it profound,

scary and run amok with insecurity

isn't this how we are supposed to feel

every feeling raking within us, our real?

the fears and anxiety are all set

within the confines of our mind

peace, bliss and happiness

are not really hard to find..!!

truth remains rooted firmly in its ground

that not all answers are meant to be found

and, if you really think, you know it all

you actually know none-at-all..!!

Crossroads

Why is it that when we face a crossroad?

our mind comes to a standstill, and

the obscurity of the situation, further

makes taking a call seem like a task uphill!

It's true that some roads lead us to

success, happiness, peace n' bliss, but

it's also true that some roads lead us to

failure, defeat n' sadness strewn amiss!

One cannot remain standing forever

not wanting to surge ahead, out of fear

some road will have to be chosen n’ undertaken

so what if the journey at the onset appears murkier!

Like an enthralled sojourner, choose the road

where your heart n' mind guide you to, and

if you feel enroute that this isn't the one,

just take a U back for the next road n' continue!

In the realm of unknown, lie the answers

to all that you want to seek n' know

you have to learn to obey n’ listen to nature

as it teaches on the way, but first you've to go!

Tune in your mind n' raise up your eyes

to overcome the plight that's anguishing you

every crossroad has some learning for you to imbue

replenished with the beauty that surrounds you!

Don't give in...

In this world, you'll find ~
love, hate, bliss, peace, chaos, serenity
don't give in when you find yourself alone
for there's an angel out there watching you
don't give in when you've tried, and
it hasn't worked for you; just be patient
don't give in when you feel emotionless
all your emotions are subdued inside you
don't give in when you're at crossroads
every path has a lot in it's fold to show
don't give in to the stormy nights
instead adjust your sails n' continue
don't give in when you keep stumbling
rise again more determined n' stronger
don't give in to the trying times
rather surge ahead armed with HOPE
don't given in to the dark nights 
for they in actual parlance are tests for us
to see whether we can light the path ahead 
from the inner light of the soul within us..!!

Happy Holi

Every year as the full moon

in March, cast in all its splendor

glances on the bountiful earth

it sees the evil "Holika" burnt

amongst the pious beliefs

of its true devotees

symbolizing the win

over the devil, and

restoring faith in all of us!

Holi ushers in the festive colors

each having its own meaning

that leave us all enthralled

in an atmosphere of cheer,

love, content n' oneness

as the riot of colors spreads

everywhere with pots full of 'bhang'

that downs all our fears n' worries

n' let's us celebrate in merriment, and

delight, rejoicing the splash of these

vibrant colors that color our drab lives!

May the colors of this special occasion

spread color in the lives of every soul

with happiness, joy, success n' bliss

and, binding us close like never before!

::: HAPPY HOLI :::

As you travel through Life…

As you travel through life ~

you'll realise you're alone

with travelers in your life

who'll keep coming n' going

stop not at any crossroad

for the journey is intriguing

you might pause though, to ponder

when you've to take the hard decisions

where the solutions seem non-existent

but, stay rest assured that a new dawn

always awaits you, to help you move on

with a calm mind choose your path, and

set afoot thru' all the vagaries of life

succumb not to the ups n' downs you face

they are a part of life's journey

withdraw if you choose to, but

only to continue with renewed strength

the mysteries of nature are invigorating

and time is the quintessential master

who'll teach you what you've to learn,

unlearn n' relearn, and guide you

to evoke a deeper conscience within you

to be able to imbue the nuances of life

for that is the only way to surge ahead

to a world of your dreams, your goals

and, when you finally reach your destination

there'll be moments of exhilaration n' bliss

with a sense of accomplishment n' pride

never mind what prices you'd to pay enroute

the journey will always be a worthwhile one

and, you'll have with you a story of your own!!

Little Joys

Little joys like ~

listening to soothing music

enjoying the whiff of fresh air

watching the dew-drops on leaves

walking on grass or on sand

towards the subtle sunrise or sunset

feeling one within, in blissful solitude

looking at where the horizons meet

gazing at the beauty of the azure sky

or the colors of the meadows

and the smell of earth

during the first showers

it's this midas touch that symbolizes

harmony n' peace in the midst

of the mystical wonders of nature

that give us our ecstatic pleasure..!!

Why trade these rapturous

enchanting thrilling joys

to the dark shadows of

a demanding n' pretentious

world that sucks you within

in its vortex leaving you depraved..??

Get soaked in these joys n' soar high

spreading your wings to unknown heights

setting yourself as free as you can be

enjoying every moment, the beauty of life

and life's little things..!!

A time to rend, a time to sew

She'd an unmatched zeal as was her pursuit

to learn the true n' real meaning of life

she embraced her quest n' set out in zest

but it did not take her long to realize

what the harshness in life had done to her heart

she was no longer a reflection of her true self

she loved company but felt alone in crowd

she wasn't lonely but she longed for a world

that was filled with peace, bliss n' love

she paused when she couldn't comprehend

the perils of life that consumed her whole

but she bounced back with her fiery spirit

piecing herself together to continue her transit

to seek what she sought, such intense was her will

as time flowed, she learnt more n' more

she never believed in the doctrines

n' always left it to the sands of time

to guide her through her journey of life

be it her fate, destiny or the winds of change

n' all the realities that she found strange

like a wise sojourner, she imbued the real

and felt exalted, liberated n' joyous

as she realized the meaning of life anew

that there is always "a time to rend and a time to sew"!

New Year Wishes

Only a second separates the last year to the new year

yet, so much changes in terms of perspective...

hope blossoms, new dreams are envisaged on the anvil,

intellect is slaked, goals reset, heart rekindled,

mind rejuvenated, spirit wanting to burst at will,

letting go off the murky past n' moving on...

to enjoy the pleasures of new beginnings in Life..!!

The New Year holds aplenty in its arms ~

to reveal n' unleash them all as moments unfold

where every sunrise sees a new reality born

leaving it unto us to make our choices

owning up for our actions n' deeds, and

making it a motive to live our life to the fullest

in bliss n' serenity instead of serendipity..!!

My wishes for you are for you ~

to live a life of dignity grounded by your values

where you dare to be real in a world of pretence

be an epitome of patience, grace n' strength

ready to take on life as you scale new heights

sowing seeds of love, joy, care, bliss n' peace

wherever you go, in merriment n' abundance..!!

::: HAPPY NEW YEAR :::

Merry X'Mas

the real souvenir that X'Mas brings ~
is the love, joy, happiness spread everywhere,
and, the pleasant regale that bestows the air,
with all enjoying the exuberant merriment n' fanfare!

the vibrant colors n' magnificent tree,
enthralling one n' all in its creation,
with surprise gifts hidden for loved ones,
chosen with thoughtful care n' affection!

fragrant scents, chilling weather that's resplendent,
gleaming faces bright with content, eyes sparkling
with dazzling smiles, warm hugs n' glowing hearts,
make this a special festive season of holy delight!

O! X'Mas, heavenly beatific X'Mas...
we all have been waiting the whole year long,
for you to weave the magic with your spirit, 
to bring on the time for harmony, rejoice n' cheers!

With prayers deep down my heart, I wish ~
may there be an angel to bless every soul on earth,
may there be no dearth of true love n' bliss, and
may our lives remain forever simple n' revel in mirth! 

                    ::: MERRY X'MAS :::