When things went wrong

People meet, connections made,

forging bonds, with trust & commitments, 

relationships built, standing test of time,

sharing moments and creating memories. 

The atmosphere were cordial and relaxed, 

spending days playing, with chit-chats,

greet & meet, putting aside differences, 

holidays spent, participating in events. 

And, we get acclimatized, 

unaware of changing times,

priorities shifts, opinions clashes,

weathering storms of disappointments. 

Cracks appears on the piers,

standing on the shaky grounds, 

the deck once supported traffic,

now weakened, waiting to collapse. 

Yet, we walked, believing the words,

keeping faith, becoming complacent, 

putting pressures, through our actions,

or being gullible, to discover deception... 

Getting shocked, of an abrupt end,

to our journey, a future promised,

and lament, when things went wrong,

watching the bridge, burning down!

Diagnostic labs

In this world of competitions,

everyone strives to be the best,

setting targets, making promises,

investing dreams, in people's illnesses.

They are doing honorable work,

providing clarity, dispelling doubts, 

giving directions, to the clinicians,

assisting in the path of treatments. 

Diagnostic labs... 

They are the backbones,

of modern healthcare systems,

with array of chemicals & instruments,

supporting the methods of investigations. 

Yet, they are a costly affair,

facing challenges of market demands,

many lose this race against tide,

falling victims to cheaper alternatives. 

And the ones, who would rise,

consolidating volumes, after many tries,

prioritizing quantities over qualities, 

to meet demands, in limited times.

Still, there are few, passionate ones,

providing service, bearing the costs,

while others, using marketing policies, 

to gather clients, with attractive discounts. 

Diagnostic labs... 

And I wonder the cause,

of us losing its true importance,

in the quest of surviving or expand,

they might compromise quality...

For winning customer feedback! 

PS :  There are many mushrooming diagnostic labs in our country. Only a few could maintain quality as it's costly to maintain.

It also means, many might miss out of assessable and faster quality reports.

So we drive

The roads are narrow,

while some were wide,

having enough time,

or things were tight...

To face some urgencies,

living leisurely lifestyles, 

rushing in our thoughts,

So we drive... 

For our daily commutes,

having some special visits,

to the familiar places,

or regions unexplored.

Relying on our instincts,

or following map online,

we discover uncharted paths,

As we drive... 

For showcasing our talent,

the beauty of owned bike,

taking out polished vehicles,

promoting beauty & style.

And, we don't need directives, 

being lost, feels like an adventure,

when we experience, the joy of ride,

finding the bliss, so we drive...

Leverage

It's about leverage, my friend,

if you have skin in the game,

be more sensitive to the change,

the shift, in the power dynamics. 

When it streams, playing the tunes,

spinning away, wheel of fortune,

once adorned in hands of nobles, 

now within, reach of commons. 

It's about leverage, my friend,

which decides, course of action, 

but requires, controlled directions, 

for proper functioning of transactions. 

Not many have enough maturity, 

to handle the power bestowed, 

understanding the rules of play,

for achieving proper outcome. 

It's about leverage, my friend,

that dazzles ones with advantage, 

yet, be wary of the repercussions, 

there are dangers, lurking in shadows. 

For, there's no end, to our greed,

but having limits, to capacities,

someone has to pay the price,

for every pressure we add...

On the leverage!

In my reflections

In my reflections, I learned, 

inherited nature and desires,

accompanying my reasons,

to justify certain actions...

Yet, they involve misconceptions, 

inconsistencies in my observations,

filtering through preconceived notions,

and affecting my perceptions... 

In my reflections, I learned,

there's more to introspection, 

putting ideas, through examinations,

rather than relying on intuition. 

For, I am a simple individual,

looking through familiar lenses,

creating opinions about the world,

that's incomplete, forever changing... 

In my reflections, I learned,

there's a world, waiting to be seen,

each having their own perspectives,

some being wiser, than I ever be.

So, let's be flexible, more welcoming,

being vigilant, of ingrained tendencies,

nurture goodwill, love for everything, 

and the world will reciprocate...

Come tomorrow

The table laden with files,

while chair empty on the sides,

and people wait in the lines,

getting impatient, standing outside.

A common view,

that we would rue,

facing Govt. offices,

for getting our due... 

Come tomorrow... 

No matter the wait,

there's always a new date,

till we find connections, 

warming hands, under the surface.

It was a tale of those times,

before advent of internet sites,

when paperworks precedes, 

affecting our working speed. 

Come tomorrow... 

Someday were holidays,

others leave or vacations,

sometimes it was tea break,

or an important call to attend.

Powerless, feeling frustrations,

yet, there's lack of options,

learning the art of patience, 

masking smile, on angry face. 

Come tomorrow... 

There might be reasons,

and employees, overburdened,

yet, with glaring inefficiencies, 

that were inciting our reactions.

And we would seek accountability, 

streamline processes & proficiency, 

giving respect to effort and time,

without making excuses. 

P.S :

Just remembering the hassles for having things done in Govt. offices. Thankfully things are changing now as most are online.

Happy Navratri

The auspicious month begins, 

as we invoke grace of divinity,

in worships and celebrations,

dancing in joy, bowing with devotion,

to mother goddess Durga,

an embodiment of feminine power,

omnipresent in our existence. 

The victory of good over evil,

had always been the central theme,

as glory of Mahisasurmardini,

infuses, strength and wisdom,

in the path of righteousness, 

finding blessings & protection, 

of our divine mother.

These nine days, we welcome,

Devi arrives in different forms,

with symbolism, in representation, 

of her journey, towards realization, 

sharing knowledge, through manifestations,

as we inculcate virtues with devotion,

performing rituals, chanting for invocation.

Navratri...

May this festival dedicated to goddess Durga,

fill our lives with joy, wisdom and happiness, 

when we purify our mind and body,

while following our traditions & duties, 

dancing & singing, Garba or Dandiya Raas,

having gatherings and visiting pandals,

and worship in homes, with feasts or fasting!

Cheerleaders

This world can be a dreary place,

making us bored, feeling depressed, 

with uncertainties, fear may loom,

bringing pain, spreading the gloom.

When doubt creeps, spirit is low,

heart needs directions, words of wisdom, 

uplifting psyche, motivating our mind, 

to keep striving, facing the challenges. 

Cheerleaders... 

We all need someone in life,

encouraging us in dark times,

when enthusiasm, facing decline, 

as our setbacks, keep us confined.

Their words inspire, ignite the flames,

opening the doors, to dream again,

with gentle nudge, or forceful voice,

pushing us to reach, go beyond limits. 

So, let us appreciate their presence, 

cheering hearts, illuminate our essence, 

their love and trust, power our spirits,

to endure failures, rise again & again... 

With each call, of our cheerleaders!

So, what makes the crime stay

So, what makes the crimes stay,

invade our mind, in perverse way,

rising with intensity, in recent years,

affecting all ages, class and genders... 

Is it a sign of social fragmentation,

leading to incompetency or corruptions,

affecting adversely, our mental faculties, 

inciting violence, promoting enmity. 

Or impact of mental conditioning, 

having errors, in ways of learnings,

adding fault lines, within upbringings, 

causing damages, on values or morality. 

We were not strangers to crime,

evil does lurk, hidden in shadows,

being spontaneous, disease of mind,

or used by state, as institutional policies. 

Still, we have seen examples set

under various style of governments,

some were strict, being authoritative,

while others, liberal and supportive. 

So, what makes the crime stay,

free from fears, of consequences, 

or instilled values, of mutual respect,

without directions, the chaos descends...

Urges...

In these evening, you were there,

looking ravishing, in sexy attires, 

your perfumes, spreading like fire,

inciting heart, burning with desire... 

Urges... 

Emotions in flame,

toyed by the seduction, 

calling for your name,

closer, much closer,

tracing those figures,

extending my arms,

to reach your place. 

My senses heightened, 

relishing these moments,

in whispers and moans,

and a passionate embrace,

diving, immersing deeper,

soaking in fluids of affection,

body collides, rhythmic motion. 

Urges... 

I am tripping, drunken in love,

is it a reality, or just an illusion, 

accompanying me, in my cravings,

are you, a figment of my imagination?

Seagrass meadows

A vibrant world lays,

painted a shimmering haze,

where sunlight filters through, 

beneath the submerged seagrass... 

And they sway, in rhythmic grace,

welcoming others, under its space, 

as a nursery, for marine creatures, 

offering assistance for their growth. 

They form underwater meadows,

thriving in shallow coastal waters,

roots holding to sandy grounds,

And leaves, spreading across. 

Helping in sustaining our environment, 

by improving clarity, stabilizing sediments,

playing important role in carbon sequestration, 

treating water by filtering out pollutants. 

Still us human, pose the threat,

investing in coastal development,

while overfishing damages ecosystems, 

pollution & climate change put pressures. 

Seagrass meadows...

They promote ocean health,

if we protect these verdant fields,

through sustainable practices,

for them to survive, in changing times. 

It takes efforts, for us to think

It takes effort, for us to think,

have the insights, making it click,

receive answers, to pop up quick,

without support of deceptive tricks. 

For, our brain prefers daily routine,

smooth drive of an active engine,

falling back into the idle state,

with minimum expenditures of energy. 

Yet, us human, were curious being,

explored ways, learned new things,

going against the primal instincts, 

achieve goals, and our dreams. 

Still, we couldn't fight our impulses, 

finding ways to limit investments, 

when we gain, the power of resistance,

rejecting values, that instilled discipline. 

It takes efforts, for us to think,

more so, manifesting their links,

it's our choice, to hone the skills,

or let it go stale, in an indolent mind.

Right besides you

In your presence, world fades,

our eyes met, senses heightens, 

reaching hands, waiting to be held,

conveying my heart, promises made...

That I stay, right besides you. 

Coming closer, for an embrace,

looking at your beautiful face,

sharing concerns of future ahead,

needing answers, with assurance...

That I stand, right besides you. 

In these tender moments we wish, 

spending our life together till eternity, 

side by side, having conversations, 

or just the warmth, of the presence...

That I sit, right besides you. 

There might be many challenges,

having troubles, facing obstacles, 

disappointments causing us distress,

making us insecure, or frustrated...

Still I strive, right besides you. 

In our joy and happiness,

from successes or achievements,

wouldn't let distractions inside,

for, there's trust, heart entwined...

Being devoted, right besides you. 

You will never feel alone,

since you have me as partner,

it's a promise, that I am making,

to never leave, or disappear,

Always return, right besides you.