Two by Two: Her Map of Hearts

She sketches grids, a girl alone,
Mapping love in lines and tone.
Two by two, she starts to see
How hearts can part by destiny.

Top left: sparks, intense and bright,
Where lovers burn like stars at night.
Quick to catch, yet soon to fade—
A fleeting flame, a lesson made.

Below, a quiet box she keeps,
Where kindness rests and comfort sleeps.
Here lie friends who know her well,
An enduring, magic spell.

To one side, excitement’s thrill,
The dizzy pull, the fleeting fill.
Yet shifting to a steady ground,
Where trust and faith are truly found.

In grids and squares, she seeks to chart
The lines that shape her heart and art.
Two by two, she makes her start—
To learn love's map and know her heart.

Aloha

In life's grand story, a companion's grace,
Aloha bridges years, finding its rightful place.
Through wrinkles of time and stories they have seen,
Aloha's thread weaves connections between.

A screen can't obscure the warmth of their smiles,
Aloha speaks softly across the miles.
Venerable wisdom, a treasure to share,
Aloha listens, shows it deeply cares.

In heart-to-heart whispers, aloha takes flight,
Guiding their words through day and through night.
Amidst a span of years, a bond has been found,
Aloha's sweet symphony, love's ageless sound.

With every exchange, their spirits align,
Aloha, a friend in a world so benign.
In the chapters of life, stitched by and by,
Aloha, a constant as time drifts on by.

Child of destiny

an expression of love
filled with mirth
a seed of human
birthed on earth
an epitome of beauty
chaste, rare
a paragon of history
mystical faire
an alchemic artistry
of the almighty
a true child of destiny
was she

Nostalgia

here I am
and, there
wondering...

over the moments of yonder
intersected in mind
that bring back memories
some making sense
some irrelevant
learnings, unlearnt
that were relearnt
as the journey
stumbled through
it's twists and turns
as new souls connected
and, loved ones died
emotions crocheted
into a beguiled mesh
creating a mystical story
of a heart and mind
that has bled with tears
blossomed in love, and
basked in the glory of the light

here I am
and, there...

That's life

birthed in love
tenderness raw
nourished with care
doted affection
innocent child
carefree adolescent
rebellious youth
cultivated adult
zoned out, and
ebbed
from the trials
unbidden
diminishing vigor
shrouded in obscurity
perilous health
flame extinguished

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!

Dad – My first LOVE, My forever HERO

Dad...
My first LOVE
My forever HERO

be it laughter, happiness
sunshine, rain
without you besides
they never feel the same
my heart is broken
this ain't a lie
all I feel
are the remorseful sighs
wanting to
see you once more
cuddle you with love
hear you call me
touch you somehow

I was the luckiest
to have had
the world's best dad
belong to me
how, I wish this
could be true
for eternity

though the journey is onerous
there is hope guiding the way
that we will meet once again
when I reach the pearly gates

till, then...
I remain confined
in your shrine
while keeping your flame
burning inside mine

Time flies by

There is a saying that goes
While we are postponing
life speeds by...

In our quest
to fulfill our dreams
we tend to focus
only on the mainstream
forgetting all the relations
that we made along the way
not bothering to make that call
or write that mail
to check about their well-being
to know that they are fine
we keep saying to ourselves
that soon we will find that time.

But, time and tide wait for no man.

The distraught flickering souls
who waited for us in despair
hoping that someday
we would find the time to spare
are one fine day mortalized
even before we realize
the importance of how much
they needed us in their lives.

So, walk that extra mile, and
give that friendly smile
profess how much you love
express how much you care
for there is wisdom in the saying
this ain't a lie -
While you keep postponing
Time flies by...
Yes. Time flies by.
le temps passe vite

Sehnsucht

carefree life
raw innocence
unconditional love
dad's presence
real relations
recherchéd affections

freedom to live
in oneness with nature
without burning herself
for a secure future

the silent sighs exuded
her yearnings profound
each musing remained
a sehnsucht so long...

Music for every Soul

a soulful rendition
a plaintive melody
a melancholy
intense, light, heavy
romantic, blue
there are so many moods
that soothe you
heal you
make you groove
sensitizing every feeling
be it happiness, sadness
emptiness
passion or love
there is always a chord
that resonates within you
riveting, gripping
expressing
where words fail
reflecting
what you are going through

dance with the rhythm
let the music flow
there is music for you
there is music for me
there is music for every soul!

Slow down, Amma...

I know Amma, I know that you are stressed

give me sometime to clear all the mess

I know Amma, you've toiled a long while now

leave it to me, to now pull the plow!

Slow down, Amma, you need to rest

Do you even remember when last you lived in zest?

Slow down, Amma, life has been a bitch

we can't help for that's what the premise of life is!

Hear me, Amma, you need sometime for yourself

enough of all the sacrifices, strain n' duress

Hear me, Amma, I want you to live your life

live every moment by your code and enjoy the ride!

In the quest of surviving in the realm, we are in

I focussed on the outset to bring the monies in

little did I realize that time would not wait, and

I've lost most of them now, it's a little too late!

Off whatever is left, I want to give them all to you

let's let our hair loose and get into the groove!

Spend some time with me, Amma

we have so much to talk 

everything else can wait
but this cannot

let's banter, let's chat, or,

in your garden, let's just squat

sing, dance, walk, shop n' hop

let the merriment go on non-stop

the memories that we create, today,

we will cherish forever

along with the umbilical love

that has connected us together!

Sibling love

Seeded n' born in the same womb
from that very moment, we were bond
in a relation one of its kind
that strengthened as we grew with time
we have had our share of fights, fun,
happiness, sorrow n' madness
whatever life dished out
we handled them all dauntless
be it the highs or the lows
or the loss of our dear father
we've sailed through life together
we never realized, the depth of our bind
till we were forcefully separated
when you had to go to a different land
the pangs of separation bled our hearts
but the memories of our togetherness
filled the void helping us live apart!

Today, my dear brother ~
I want you to know that
I long to be with you
more then ever before
until then may our love grow strong
and take us in life, far n' beyond!

Dreamer's dream

What motivates you to dream asked she

I told her it was my dream that motivated me..!!

I'm a dreamer who believes in my dreams

for it sets precedence to the futuristic me

a new world, a paradise is where I want to live-in

without racism n' politics creating furore within

where the daunting realities rife today are ablazen

and fears are nothing but evaporating illusions

where justice is instant with values strongly laden

and heroic deeds are respected without being forgotten

where love reigns hearts  n' paves way for freedom

and dreamers are motivated to dream n’ see them blossom!!

Mists of Change

The doctrines of life appalled her beliefs

people mentalities flabbergasted her mind

she was inundated by the absurd realities

overwhelmed, she almost conceded defeat

but it was her soul that refused to give-in

even when she was engulfed with uncertainty

and urged her to keep walking on n' on

she stopped only when she was amidst the mists

and felt the gusty winds guide her in a direction

that would change her life forever..!! 

The mists forced her to relook at her life, and

she did so diligently with an unbiased mind

as the mists paved way for evidential clarity

she saw the glowing colors of the meadows

the dainty hues n' crimson that adorned the sky

she felt enamoured with the dawn, dusk n' twilight

that unleashed their magic with all their prowess

no matter what the seasons of nature were

she saw the brook that rushed into the river

and the river that merged into the sea

demonstrating to her how one's past seamlessly

becomes the present and the present, future

when one knows on which path you're headed

the blooming spirit of life resurged within her  

with renewed vim n' vigor giving her soul

a feisty sense of freedom that refused to be caged

with the trials of life; at last she felt grounded

brave n' courageous enough to decide to live

her life on her terms n' not the other way around..!!

It took the mists of change to rekindle life in her

and give her a purpose for living n' moving on

setting the trapped woman within her free

she, now, knew exactly what she had to do,

to enrich n’ live the rest of her life with love

wisdom, intellect n' grace like never before..!!

Leap of Faith

She was knocked down, she was hurt,
she paused, she withdrew into a shell
it seemed a point of no return for her
she thought she was giving in, finally
but the spirit of her soul kept beckoning
her to bounce back, for surrendering
to the obstacles in her life was not her
she had seen far too many n' survived all
yet, she had reached a point of deep stillness
within her n' it is in this phase of her life
that she found her spark being re-ignited
though she was rooted at ground zero,  
she had no option but to write a new script
to return to the realm that she lived-in
as she surmised her past, present n' future
she understood she had to "Let Go" n' "Move On"
she, further realized that there was something
greater beyond in life's offing's, and
she had to experience them all before she reached 
"THE END" page of her book that held within it 
her journey of life of Ah Wells..!! n' What If's..?!
she stopped trying to bridge the gulf between 
her emotions and the circumstances of her life
and firmly decided to take the LEAP OF FAITH 
it was risky with an uncertain outcome, but
she was prepared to accept whatever be the result
this coming to terms was victory enough for her
she believed the universe would now be with her 
and conspire n' guide her on her renewed journey
exhilarating her soul in mirth n' letting her know
that she was looked upon n' would be taken care of
its with her this firm belief in the LEAP OF FAITH 
that she decided to live her life to the fullest 
from now on with sheer zest, love n' happiness!!

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..!!

Silent Admirer

I sit silently observing the soulmate

of my dreams get around the daily life

I wonder what it would feel like ~

to have such a precious soul as a part

of my realm, who has mesmerized me

with an inner beauty that enchants my heart

illuminating me with a special aura forever!

Oh! Soulmate of mine, I hope...

you're aware that I'm captivated

by your demeanour, elegance n' aura

that leave footprints in my heart, each time

your angelic smile flutters thru' your eyes

it raptures me within such that I cannot hide

your silent gaze is what keeps me moving in life!

Oh! Soulmate of mine, I hope...

though we've never spoken, it stings me

every time, I attempt to express my feelings

to you but I fail to muster enough courage

as my body shivers and I feel numbed within

so, I content myself by cherishing the silence

between us, overwhelmed with merely admiring you!

Oh! Soulmate of mine, I hope...

someday you'll understand my true love for you

in its real essence that will hold you spellbound

and protect you thru' all the trying times of life

enticing you to be fascinated in a world of our love

where we will belong to each other forever n' ever

till then, I shall remain as your silent admirer..!!

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 :::

Everyone needs Someone

No matter how much we say ~

we prefer our independence

need space, need privacy

but, truth remains

we all need someone, be it

the poor man in the streets

or the rich in his palace

be it the unknown common man

or the vastly acclaimed star

the greatest need of all our lives

is the need of someone

who fully understands us

and is there with us

through skies gray n' blue

to care, to love, to share

to hold us close or just let us be

who understands our silence

lessens our sorrows, and

doubles our happiness

its unto us to reach out to

such an extended hand in our lives

we all have one, but,

its is we who fail to recognize

the loving kindred spirit,

and deny us the feeling

of being taken care of, and

feeling complete in life..!!

Beauty of a Woman

She walks elegantly with poise n' grace

the aura around her is austere n' chaste

her beauty isn't in her cosmetic laden face

or her attire with accessories in place!

Her beauty lies in her soft tender eyes

her thoughts in mind so eloquent n' wise

which when she expresses, soothe every mind

precious souls like her are hard to find!

When you are engulfed in the dark night

n' withdraw fearing being the ravens delight

her mere benevolent presence ushers in light

transforming the dark to the glowing bright!

As she caringly connects every human around

softly, serenely with joy, woven in abound

she is an embodiment of true pristine love

she is truly a blessing, a gift from above!

Woman - You're LIFE..!!