White SOMETHING I LOOK AT-26
BY-SMRUTI RANJAN MOHANTY
How far away i am
from me and my dreams
miles and miles away my childhood
those glorious days and fascinating nights
mother's lap and father's shadow
the scenic beauty of nature
and fulfilling life
Gone are the days
of carefree life and blissful living
gone is the world
of fairies and ghosts
no more i feel on my head father's hand
and mother's touch
no more i hear that
raining sound in the distant forest
no more i look forward to life and its beauty
no more i play with paper boats
And sail across my dream world
To feel life, its warmth and colours
I long for those moments
the chill winter night
the symphony of ceaseless rain
the never ending stories of grandpa
the flavour of moist soil
sweet aroma of wild flowers
and long bare footed walk to the school
under the scorching heat of sun
and shower
I cherish
that carefree and contented life
the limitless joy i had
when i shared whatever little i had
with each and everyone
die for those moments
which we lived for each other
showering our love and affection
expecting nothing in return
With lantern light
no means of communication
and very little to spend
life was difficult
yet so captivating
and full of colours
With all the comforts
and luxuries
how futile and meaningless
today's life is
with no time for self
love and reciprocation
i feel alien to myself and look
for that real i, the innocent child
lost somewhere in
childhood and its innocence
copyright @ smruti ranjan 16.2.17
©Smruti Ranjan Mohanty
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