My Poems

I would like to share a few poems written by me.

A Chance to believe…

On a sunburnt hot day in summer
When there is a grey blanket of clouds
Wrapping around the rising sun at dawn
A gentle breeze fluffing the clouds into place
A chance to see the beautiful sunrise amidst the grey is what I need

On a sunburnt hot day in summer
When the first drops of rain that drizzles
Touch the earth in glittering speckles so exquisite
A mild fragrance of the soil so rare fills the air
A chance to breathe in the refreshing air to calm the soul is what I need

On a sunburnt hot day in summer
When the boats are sailing along in busy spree
Across the still sheath of water surrounding by mountains high
Amidst the blue canvas of sky with sprinkled white
A chance to fly high like an eagle soaring so smooth inspite of the wind is what I need

A chance to hope for new beginnings
A chance to see the world in new light
A chance to explore unknown destinations
A chance to meet unknown friends
A chance to believe and be myself is what I need.

-       Nirmala




CASTAWAY

How I wish to be Castaway
To a lone island faraway
To be surrounded by waves so soft
That seldom allows anyone to cross

How I wish to be Castaway
With the cool breeze swaying away
To be kissed by the winds against the face
That tells to live life with a heart to dare

How I wish to be Castaway
With the clouds joyfully moving away
To never known lands far away
That tells to keep moving towards the destination just a step away

How I wish to be Castaway
With the sunshine reaching far away
To create the fabulous paintings of Nature
That tells to live life with a ray of hope to make life more beautiful.



Me and My Shadow


Just like a drop of water caught into an Oyster Shell,
Turning out into a splendid and precious Pearl,
Just like the Caterpillar turns into the beautiful butterfly,
My Shadow, you have made me evolve,
into a better person which none could imagine.

Just like the rays of light that crawl behind,
The clouds so thick that hide the sun shine,
Making the sky look like a wonderful portrait,
My Shadow, you have been behind me to,
paint my life with the colors of happiness and success.

Just like the huge and standing rock on the sea shore,
On which the huge waves break against,
Carving out the wonderful sculptures of nature,
My Shadow, you have carved my soul to ,
Dare and face this world against all odds to reach my goal.

Just like the sunshine and the tiny raindrops,
Create the colorful rainbow with the colors so bright,
There are times when I cried but, My Shadow
You have made me smile and forget All my woes and
taught me to lead a joyful life filled with the colors of the rainbow.

A Teacher, A friend, a philosopher, a guide, an idol,
An ocean of knowledge, A never exhausting mine of experience,
A shoulder to cry, a great wall to lean,
That’s what you are, My Shadow, My Dad
And I owe myself to you for what I am.

First Flush of Spring


A whiff of fresh air brushing my hair
A sheet of mist that plays hide and seek
A shower of dew drops dripping from the leaves
A sheath of green covering the barks of the trees
This is the first flush of spring that I see.

A shower of rain drops that clears the snow
A slow change of seasons aboard
Tiny flakes of snow heralding the end of winter
With a clear blue sky welcoming the spring in the background
This is the first flush of spring that I see.

A river flowing gently through the meadows
Gurgling and dancing with a merry note
With splashing water and quiet ripples afloat
Created by the playing ducks and birds diving for a gentle dip
This is the first flush of spring that I see.

A twitter of birds in the morning
A musical note that wakes me from my slumber
To welcome a new dawn and a new day of spring
With a smile on my lips and sparkle in my eyes
Making me feel fresh and raring to go
This is the first flush of spring that I see.


Missing Amigos

I miss the stretch of Ocean,
Like a sheath of blue beneath,
With colors so varied from the shore afar,
A sight so endearing and soul rendering.

I miss the coral reefs which glitter
In the web of sunlight so pure and clear
Colors that lighten the dark sea beneath
A picture so beautiful that can never be recreated

I miss the crying rocks
That stands strong no matter what
Raging waves splashing with foam abound
Yet the rock stands so majestic and strong

Of all I miss the clear laughter
The joy of being among friends
Who have been together in situations thick and thin
Yesterday today and tomorrow.

Music of Hope

I saw a lake at the foot of the mountain
Standing still and clear
Reflecting the azure sky with fleecy clouds
Passing over the mountains far above
Filling my heart with pure joy and peace

Down came a rock tumbling along the slope
Splashing the water in the lake
Ripples of water that shattered the
Beautiful picture of nature
Making my heart and mind feel disturbed by the chaos

I heard a soft melodious tune of a Cuckoo
Hidden among the trees and shy
Yet singing with its heart and soul
To make its listeners entranced and fill with joy and hope
Without expectations of any kind in return

The lake was still once again recreating the painting
Including the rock which hurtled into the lake
Forming an island within the lake
Made me realize that sorrows and failures in life
Add to the beauty of the person be it heart and soul
Making us stronger and look beyond
With a zest to make life more meaningful



Look through the Window…..


I look through the Window
I see the lush green plains
With flowers of spring in a spray
Swaying gently as the breeze brushes along
Making me feel to be like a flower amidst them

I look through the Window
I see the ruins of a castle
Broken apart yet so strong and majestic
Covered with bushes of roses in patterns so vivid
Making me feel to be part of the castle

I look through the Window
I see the dance of light and shadow
Across the leaves of a cherry tree
Glistening with cherries in crimson hue
Making me feel to play along and hum a tune

I look through the Window
I see an eagle soaring in the blue sky
Reaching Zenith so high and calm
Inspite of the strong winds that gushes along
Making me feel like an eagle that needed a push to fly

I look through the Window
I see a lady looking ahead with hope
With a ray of sunshine falling on her face
So focused and determined to reach her goal
With a tender smile and a sparkle in her eye
Standing apart from the crowd yet part of the world
Making me wonder who it could be
To realize that it was just the reflection of me

The Reflection of who I want to be.



Reflection….


Across the blue ocean stretch
Spread out are the glittering Coral reefs
Streaks of light streaming inside
Creating web of colourful shades of light

Across the stretch of poplar trees
Jingles the leaves with a rhythmic spree
With sunshine pouring in with abundance
Bathing the leaves with a golden hue

Across the majestic mountain range
Dressed with the soft lace of snow
Smiles the sun with a merry grace
Coloring the nature’s weaving so great

Reflection at the joys of life
Reflection at the sorrows of life
Reflection of the hidden strength
Reflects the new hope that everyday brings
Reflects the glowing soul within, in its eternal grace


                                                -           Nirmala











                                                                    

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