Those Minimal Earners

I noticed two labourers yesterday afternoon. Both stole a moment of rest, probably not less than a boon. Seeing them peacefully sleeping brought me unknown joys and pleasures. Stealing those moments, they got a good sleep worth two hours. They might be paid minimally compared to others. But the peace on their faces is hardly … Read more

The World Of Overthinkers

Welcome to the world of overthinkers.These are the most blessed as well as the cursed creatures. Thinking is an attribute of human entity. However, overthinking is a trait of empathy and sensitivity. The replay option comes free with these souls, by default. This button stops in a tape recorder, when the power is cut off. … Read more

Tenants

There is a lot to see in Mumbai.Be it the Gateway of India or the Sealink of Worli.But the most interesting thing is the tenants’ journey. At many intervals, you will find these dreamers.Some reside in small buildings, while others are located in massive towers. One should learn from them how to live with a … Read more

What Happens Is For Good?

I grew up listening to, ‘Everything Happens for Good’.I spent my life testing this idiom, but with no fruit. When I see the wrongdoers roaming free, The phrase, whatever happened was for good, goes on a spree. After witnessing the innocent suffering silently, How do they convince themselves, that what happened is for the good, … Read more

The Heart Searches

For the lovely childhood days, my heart yearns and makes a plea.I hope some of Alladin’s Jin returns them to me. When I felt truly hungry.There were no diet plans.And I wasn’t liable to behave responsibly. Eat, drink, tease and dream,Oh, those were the days.When I savoured from my mommy’s kitchen cakes and cream. Those … Read more

For How Long?

What I gifted them in loads,They returned me in bits.What I served them in gallons,They satisfied me with drops. When my bag was full,I fed them sumptuous food.But when I was hungry,They got away,With as little as they could. They were harsh.They were painful.But gave me lessons for a lifetime.Deep, authentic and mindful. My love … Read more

Indebted to my eyes

From the first vision till this,I thank you from the bottom of my heart,For showing me the beauty of truths and the ugliness of lies.I am ever indebted to you.The most integral part of my existence is my eyes. From the innocent games of childhood,To the harsh competition of the youth.To show me everlasting friendships … Read more

Mother Has Become Quiet Nowadays

When her child was born,She was bestowed with the title of ‘mother. ’Taking care of her little one,She forgot that she, too, has a future. Before the child asked, his wish was granted.He grew up, and in full swing, his career started.Two cents equalled treasure in childhood.But the costliest of things also looked petty in … Read more

The Chores Never End

The alarm ring pierced my ear,Waking me up from a blissful dream.The dream was as merry as I was in it.It stole me away into dreamland,Slowly, away from this real world. It swept me into the wonders of Mother Nature.Flowers bloomed till my sight reached,The soft breeze kissing my cheeks left me beaming.Wherever I turned … Read more

It Was Friendship, Not Love

The first crush of my life was an absolute charmer.He made the lonely nights of my teenage years dreamy and warmer.His first glance took away the beat of my heart.I thought my romantic journey was going to start.Towards the roads of passion, my heart drove.But he declared it was friendship, not love. I wondered how … Read more

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