Wednesday 28 December 2016

New year card

The air resplendent with
Music from the magical flute
My feet lifted off the ground
Floating amidst the dreamy clouds
My spirit bathed in peace profound
I could see the old town, of my childhood
As through the clouds, I peep down
The street alive with people bustling
Lively chatter weaving music , here and there
It’s that time of the year, eve of New Year
Greeting cards gleaming through the gloved fingers
Waiting to be delivered , greeted with smiles warm
Hugs, wishes and celebrations- usher in the sunshine warm
My face breaks into a grin,
As I spot myself amid the din,
Galloping through the crowd,
Excitement etched every inch of my mind!
Ping! The beep of my smart phone
-          “Happy New Year”- read the message clear!
No more cards, no more waiting eagerly for the postman
No more clinging to the handmade , priceless pieces of chart paper,
The flute had stopped playing !
It’s the end of yet another year……yes!
But those moments of the yesteryear's are priceless!


Sunday 18 December 2016

Calm


The full moon shone bright
Resplendent with calmness redefined
The air still ,breathing serendipity 
As I catch a glimpse through the branches 
Spread majestically far and wide
The tree,Blanketed with the warmth of its leaves
On this cold,winter night
Felt the chill give way to sweet pleasure
Of the cozy corner near the fireplace yonder
The entangled mind heaved a sigh of relief
Brief it might be,enthused my being
With enthusiasm anew
I took the next step,excited,bereft of all fatigue
Moved on with this memory instilled
Intrigued at the magnanimous acquaintance
Of joy with simplicity!



Tuesday 6 December 2016

Melodies

The air intoxicated with lyrics of my favorite song, 
Cascading out of the old gramophone 
Antique indeed....the memories and sentiments lost long 
Forgotten amidst the yellowed pages
Of the diary Forlorn ,
Cloaked in melodies. ...so dear,painful, sojourn
I sit surrounded with cognizance sepian
A lump in the throat. ...stuck,pierced my heart again!
Enveloped in black and white,the room, my existence
While the riot of colors decorated the world outside
The setting sun cast a spell magical
Painting red, the horizon
The birds are homeward bound,chirping, chattering around
As I stand alone , alone in the crowd,
Looking out of the window,
High, high up ....above the ground!

Friday 25 November 2016

Thoughts.......of an empty envelope

A story of love, hope and flair?
Or one of despair?
Of friends lost and found again?
 Or Of dreams lived now and then?
Of turbulent emotions humming tunes sublime?
Or of recollection of moments gone but divine?
Oh! What will be the ocean of concoctions

Fed into my  breast – eager and expectant!

Wednesday 23 November 2016

Toxic Presence

Its been quite a while that turbulent emotions have been hovering in my mind about certain levels of interactive encounters of past . Hence thought of penning that down to ease my mind of the baggage which is becoming quite unbearable.

Teething into privileged territory
Over zealous with self importance and insecurity
Poisoned thoughts that pierce through
Insipid endeavors to instigate hostility
Characters such- an object of amusement
In this materialistic world !

Monday 31 October 2016

My Emotional Merry- go - round and An eternal Love affair with words

Wow! We are at the final day of #OctPoWriMo challenge and I can hardly believe it ! I had a wonderful journey with the prompts and the various forms of poetry . This journey will remain close to my heart forever. Looking forward to it next year as well.

Day 31, prompt : Eternal . Poetry form : Acrostic

An eternal love affair with words

Endeavoring with unsure, trembling fingers
Touring the magnificent world of Words ahead
Envisaging a journey to be remembered indubitably
Raking up memories forgotten from the old life’s page
Never dreamt of this eternal Love story , which unfolded
Amalgamating concoctions of emotions untold, unsaid

Lovely companionship engraved in times spent, to be cherished till the end!


Day 29, prompt : Upside Down, Poetry form : Acrostic

Up , up and up, surging emotions burst aplomb
Picking strands of cognizance aflutter in the environ
Some crashing against the memory banks like waves unstill
In circles, around and above, riding the merry- go- round
Down the memory lane, journeying along the terrain
Encapsulated, coated with feelings unsaid

Daring to pop up , take a breath of fresh air
Overlooking the dangers lingering ahead
Whispering , withering to be freed of the wreath
Never looking back, taking a leap of faith!

Wednesday 26 October 2016

Essence of her Presence

#OctPoWriMo2016 - Day 27, Prompt : Favorite Scent

The prompt took me back to my childhood days and while taking the trip down the memory lane I was able to relate " favorite scent" with the essence of my beloved granny . I simply adore her and she is always in my thoughts. So, Granny, this is for you. Rest in peace and I love you loads......

Attempted poetry form : Ghazal

She was like the cool refreshing breeze of the hills
She epitomized the warmth of the winter sunbeam

The air exploded with fragrance – her essence
Her soul pure , full of love, she an angel from above

My memory cave decorated with bouquet of her being
Her voice resonating serenity like the mountain stream

Her stories wove magic, gave wings to my dreams
Those precious moments spent with her, will be dear forever

She gave strength in times of distress, need
She was like the Halo enlightening my life with mystical gleam

Still can smell the scent of her hair permeating my senses
Gives me will to endure in times of despair

Still can feel her presence enveloping the air
Distilling from all sentiments negative and inferior

Oh! Thank you for gracing my life with your presence
My beloved Granny, so lovely, a soul so rare!


Tuesday 25 October 2016

The Night

Am trying to catch up amidst a whirlwind of activities ! Posting for days 26, 25, 24 and 22 respectively . Wanted to try the " Free verse" and " Acrostic" forms for my musings.

Day 26- Prompt : Abandonment

The Night

The night crawled in,
Hooded, tiptoed,
Crimson colored sky, bade goodbye,
Surrendering to the wheel of time
Spinning yards of tales,
Untold, in the darkness of hell,
A laughter, a tear,
Love, betrayal, abandonment,
Friendship, hatred,
Dotted here and there
Numerous events,
Beaded into the same string,
By the thread called- Spell,

Omnipresent never ending!

Day 25- Prompt : Red 

Red ( an old composition of mine)

Red- inspires me
Infuses enthusiasm
Red- the color of love and optimism
Reminds me of your dynamism
The stroll down our love story’s coliseum
Pervade the grey cells with memories unforgettable
It seems just the day previous
When you walked into my life
Weaving love immense
Lifting me up in the air
Making me feel like a princess
Red- the color of love and optimism
Permeates my life with bountiful souvenirs of delight
The moments of bliss
Brightens my face with happiness
Our togetherness shall know no bounds
Will inflict happiness all around
As I stare at the distant horizon
The sky painted red by the setting sun
The birds floating in the air- homeward I guess,
A striking combination of energy and solace,
I am thankful to have you in my life,
And yes
Red- The color will always be the remembrance of our enchanting life!

Day 24- Prompt : Fantastical

Trip to the Hills

Journey mystical,
Mesmerizing, fantastical
In the clouds, so distant
Yet so near, magical!
Sunbeams permeating the crisp air,
The melody of mountain stream evoking feelings rare
The chirp of birds in the trees, here and there
Oh! Can the clock stop ticking this moment , here?
Wish to bask in the glorious solitude
Wish to capture this now and for ever
To be remembered later
While turning the pages of life
Far into the future, one evening of delight
Brightened with memories in spite of fading daylight
Yes, fantastical will be the instant,
Wrapped in the thoughts of hills traveled far and wide.

Day 22- Prompt : Dangerous

Fatal Attraction

Dawn of a beautiful day
Accompanied with memories of blossomed love
Nipped in the bud – the end abrupt!
Gaping at the wounds fresh , lonely, desolate
Eerie , suffocating cognizance of days past!
Roaring , hovering , driving the nerves mad!
Oh! Love- you can be so painful as well!
U- dangerous emotions uncut!
Silence envelops my being, peace yet to be sought!

Friday 21 October 2016

Escapade

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 21.

Prompt : Nature's Calling

Attempted poetry form : Terzanelle

Snow capped mountain peaks
Serene, white, engulfs the mind with peace
The air – so crisp, an environment of bliss!

The brilliant sunbeams embracing the stream
Dancing in merriment the butterflies aflutter
Serene, white, engulfs the mind with peace.

Perched on the branch of a near by tree
The mockingbird’s melody jingles in laughter
Dancing in merriment the butterflies aflutter

Feel like a little girl again
Journeying down the memory lane in the lap of nature
The mockingbird’s melody jingles in laughter

Away from the hub-bub of routine
Away from mundane timetabled existence
Journeying down the memory lane in the lap of nature

Rejuvenating experience this
Snow capped mountain peaks
Away from mundane timetabled existence
The air – so crisp , an environment of bliss!


Thursday 20 October 2016

Tribute and Peace

My entries for OctPoWriMo2016 - day 19 and 20 respectively.

Day 19 : Ode to Trees, -Day 19


Tribute

Luscious green leaves fluttering together
Chatting are you- my wondering mind ponders
The  pearly dew drops in the sunshine glitter
I feel relaxed, rejuvenated, at peace
As my hair is kissed by the gentle breeze,
Oh, wonder of nature, I take refuge in your shelter,
Amazed at your dignified stature,
Standing tall, above all , with head held high
Your welcoming branches home to birds numerous
All decked by with beautiful flowers,
The mesmerizing humming of bees
Music in the forest, amidst the trees
Sun rays playing hide and seek
There is laughter, happiness and bliss.
My journey has to continue
But will visit time and again
You, oh, you, the magnificent You!


Day 20: Prompt : White, Form : Tetractys

Peace


Peace
Wonderful bliss
Much sought after
But evasive like mirage
Hope -the sunny rays permeating through the nimbus cloudy collage.



Monday 17 October 2016

Sweet Tooth and Constellation

My entry for Days 17 and 18 respectively for # OctPoWriMo 2016.

Day 17:  Prompt - Savory, Attempted Poetry form : Sonnet

Sweet Tooth

Chocolates, pastries , my all time favorites
Cakes with dollops of cream hovering in my dream,
Sweets dressed in colors of rainbow flock the streets,
Ice creams packed in smart boxes gleam!

Toffees - Dark, light, brown, yellow and blue,
Chattering away in merriment at the counter,
All decorated in my favored hue,
The magnetic pull, too strong, too tender !

Gulped down a mouthful of fantasy,
Lost in a whirlwind of taste magnificent,
Journeyed in the wonderland of sweet savory,
Tossed in the ocean, oh so sweet, so turbulent!

Ecstasy unimaginable , experience heavenly,
Yes, my sweet tooth makes me happy and jolly!


Day 18: Prompt : Senseless,  Attempted Poetry form : Free Verse

Constellation

Surrounded by constellation of emotions,
Senseless at times, yet endearing
Comprising of dollops of cognizance,
Memories playing hide and seek,
A smile, a tear, a shooting star near the creek
The dusk glistening with myriad shades,
Of feelings painted with love - by the Day,
Meaningless- it may seem today,
But will pithy significance  Someday!




Sunday 16 October 2016

With Love

#OctPoWriMo- Day 16, Prompt : In- depth

Attempted poetry form : Nonet

Cupid smiled as they stopped at Love's crossroad- unknown,
To the magical string their loves entwined, untold,
Fate wove a love story fresh -  like never before,
Nature's gallery adorned with blossoms galore,
Days flew on wings of butterflies beaming,
The air rejoicing their union, singing,
Spring arrived early that evening,
A note near the door, leaving,
-  Ever Yours and Loving.

Saturday 15 October 2016

October

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 14, Prompt : Shameful

Today would like to deviate from the prompt and pen down some thoughts swirling in my mind about the month October, my favorite time of the year.

Attempted Poetry form : Villanelle

Gleaming rays of the Sun,
Sneaking through the green foliage,
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

The soft breeze kissing the petals,
Swaying to and fro in the fun,
Gleaming rays of the Sun.

Music is in the October air,
I stare at the beauty around me, speechless,
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Basking in the glorious solitude,
A love story has begun,
Gleaming rays of the Sun.

Prancing back to the childhood days,
Days accentuated with innocence seamless
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Let all worries dissipate in
The gleaming rays of the Sun
Playing hide and seek with the stream, ageless.

Day 15: Prompt - Blue

Attempted poetry form : Musette

Hope!

Melancholic blue
The sky
And the dew!

A glimpse
Of the moon
Vanished in eclipse!

The dawn
Orange with hope
Fear - gone !

Thursday 13 October 2016

Winds of Change

#OctPoWriMo- Day 13, Poetry prompt : Flowing

Attempted poetry form : Mono Rhyme

Stood brooding at the altered horizon,
Across the bank distant by a furlong,
Of the river gurgling along,
Curving, swirling around all obstacles strong,
Still the sparkling water singing a lively song,
The pebbles joyously chorused daylong,
My eyes traced their journey long,
Amidst thunderstorms, sunny morns, right and wrong,
Braving all adversaries , beating the victory gong,
I realized - this is the place that I belong,
Change is imminent, I plunged in headlong,
Flowing with it, I travel now, all day long!

Wednesday 12 October 2016

Strong Emotions- The Ruins

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 12, Prompt : Strong

Re posting an old poem of mine depicting the strength of memories entwined with powerful emotions.

Salvaging emotions,
Memories echoing
In the empty halls,
The air stale with dust,
Accumulated over ages and ages hence,
I stand alone, aloft,
The winged desires,
Mock the desolate chambers,
Ashen hued against the crimson horizon,
Somewhere distant, a tear drop tinkles,
Shattering the silence,
Like a thunderstorm rampant,
An owl hoots,
A cricket joins the chorus,
Beautiful is the night,
Bathed in silver moonlight,
Silence heaves a sigh,
At the spectacle
In delight!

Tuesday 11 October 2016

Gesture

The prompt for today had left me thinking about the flow and my muse. Incidentally I was lucky to spend a fabulous time with friends and even though I have known them for a long time, still the sweet gestures displayed by them completely floored me , I was overwhelmed and thought about sharing my feelings in the form of a poem since the experience truly unfolded a completely unique side of my friends.
Today I will not quite follow the poetry form though.

#OctPoWriMo- Day 10, Poetry Prompt : Unfolded

Laughter cocooned the environ,
Magic overflowed in forms known- unknown,
Zig-zagged through music, food, conversation,
"Äre you the same person",?
Quizzed the logical grey cells in unison,
Gestures unfolded in ways unique,
Beautiful, overwhelmingly loving,
Cloaked the heart with warmth mesmerizing,
Moments fossilized in the memory pages,
To be cherished in times hence!


Posting the poem for Day 11 as well here, #OctPoWriMo- Day 11, Prompt : Lively
Poetry form : Acrostic

Life teaches in its own way,
Intricately woven in incidents stray,
Victory- defeat in disguise at times,
Embracing the omnipresent reality,
Looking at both with indifference and equality,
Yonder lies absolute joy, free from all insecurity!




Sunday 9 October 2016

The Giant wheel

#OctPoWriMo- Day 9
Prompt : Spiral
Attempted poetry form : Cascade

The giant wheel of emotion,
Oscillating between pain and elation,
Spiraling down my heart,the dagger of suffocating relation!

Dark clouds enveloped the horizon,
A lone ray of sunshine playing hide and seek with
The giant wheel of emotion

Standing atop the cliff of confusion,
Memories gushing past like bursts of wind in succession
Oscillating between pain and elation

Grasping desperately at the last straw,
Fleeing from the whirlwind of isolation
Spiraling down my heart, the dagger of suffocating relation!

Saturday 8 October 2016

The Traveller

#OctPoWriMo2016- Day 8 , Prompt : Porous

Attempted poetry form : Rispetto

The kiss of waves cradling my tired feet,
The cool breeze permeating peace,
Engulfing the lone traveler with a warm greet,
The rays of the setting Sun garnering bliss.

The journey is only halfway through,
Not as a captain , but as crew,
Accumulating experiences valuable,
Adorning each page of my journal.

Friday 7 October 2016

Sumptuous Memories

"Tasty" is the prompt for today- Day 7 at #OctPoWriMo 2016.

This gave me the wonderful opportunity of travelling back in time and rekindling the lovely childhood memories!

Form of poetry : Rondel

Delightful concoctions prepared with love
The taste buds loving the date
Lost in the succulent alcove
A never ending concert of spoons with plates

Those summer evenings delving into mango crates
Tasty adventures in the larder above
Sweet naughtiness with dollops of love
Cradling those magical moments spent in the shade

Speaking with the wind , no worries or frets
The calm lake dotted with pairs of doves
Those childhood days sprinkled my memoirs with hope
Filled the blank sheets with colorful palate
Those childhood days- gone yet forever to stay !

Thursday 6 October 2016

Tantalizing strings!

          
 Here's my take on Diamante- #OctPoWriMo2016- Day 6

Prompt : Tantalizing ( My desire to play the guitar and hum some of my favorite songs)

                                                                  Guitar
                                                      Mesmerizing,scintillating
                                                            Play, play, play
                                                   Strings,cords,songs, lyrics
                                                           Dance, Swirl,Twirl
                                                        Charismatic, Nostalgic
                                                                  Music