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!

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 :::

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 :::