The Ant

A tiny creature of the land,

making nests in the ground, 

building elaborate tunnels and chambers,

to house food, eggs and young ones. 

Even small, they aren't weak,

for, strength lies in their colonies,

working together as a strong team,

to overcome any obstacles they were facing. 

Yet they are considered a pest,

bring problems to the house they infest,

as they harm the health and belongings, 

and we seek to rid ourselves of the nuisance. 

Using chemicals and home remedies,

we plan to create the boundaries, 

for them to avoid and not interfere, 

that way we could both coexist. 

They are admirable, worthy of respect,

we draw lessons from their presence, 

still, it's better to see them from afar,

for, we aren't ready for home invasions.

The artifacts

Fragile, obscure buried deep,

discovered by the one who seek,

it's a relic of a bygone era,

where it was valued and loved. 

And here it is out on display,

with missing patterns and images,

handled carefully, avoiding damages,

to let us learn part of our heritage. 

So I watched it with curiosity,

wondered who had owned it,

dreams they had, how they lived,

what role it played in their life. 

A simple pottery or decoration,

used by a common man or a noble,

being void of any indications,

it was open to many speculations. 

Even then, it signified a period,

of nascent stage of civilization, 

where it was kept as a keepsake,

forgotten now with the passage of time. 

It's a testament of their wishes,

being placed within those objects,

to be accompanied by loved ones,

in their afterlife or future incarnations. 

But for us, it's a reminder,

creating a link to our ancestors, 

a symbol of hope in cherished memories,

for, even if we were gone...

Part of us will be connected to the future.

I have been bitter

I have been bitter,

started with mild irritation,

coming out as harsh reactions,

with raised voices or avoidance. 

I have been bitter,

might bring some annoyance, 

signs of hidden disappointments, 

bringing out as occasional frustrations. 

I have been bitter,

had impulses for an outburst,

with various curse and insults,

letting go of my inhibitions. 

I have been bitter,

and made some mistakes,

hurt loved ones with my words,

and felt the guilt of my actions. 

I have been bitter,

but have learned to let it go,

things are not always under control,

I need to forgive and accept the world. 

For, there are setbacks and obstacles, 

one just can't live it by being bitter.

Time is an illusion

What if...

Time does not exist,

we are simply moving through space,

while everything we perceive, 

is an illusion, our mind has created. 

Day and night are mere phenomenon, 

of existence and properties of planet,

from its interactions within solar system,

and we have just divided its presence,

for our understanding and convenience. 

Albert Einstein's theory of relativity, 

speaks that time is relative,

can distort by effect of gravity, 

by getting slower or speeds up,

depending on our location in space. 

Even the quantum mechanics,

shows that time is not absolute,

being relative to the observer,

varying between different reference frame,

only could take discrete values. 

So, if time is an illusion,

there's no time travel possible, 

for, we are a mere existence,

that has its small presence, 

in the surrounding space,

only living for that period. 

And this fleeting moment, is all we have.

Divine homecoming

A voluntary exile,

in respect to the family,

no ill wills, only love resides,

a journey full of sacrifice.

Vanvas, through 14 years,

ending with your victory,

be it royals or the commoners,

everyone celebrated your homecoming. 

From the ancient era,

your story was universal,

in deep within our heart, 

your name was engraved.

Vanvas, came even in this era,

finally ended with your victory,

be it the elites or the poor,

all are singing your glory. 

In this pious place,

where you were born,

teaching us life lessons,

through your righteous conduct. 

Let us come together,

bow towards your direction,

as lord Rama would bless us,

when we celebrate the consecration. 

So, dear king of Ayodhya,

accept our humble offerings,

as your devotees come together,

to witness your homecoming. 

Jai Shri Ram... 🙏 

Let's dream together

Let's dream together, my dear,

about the future far or near,

where we would create a love nest,

and spend our time together. 

Our days being blissful,

as we plan activities to do,

celebrating every day with joy,

keeping our sadness at bay. 

Let's travel the world together,

explore what the world has to offer,

have our little escapades, 

creating stories with our exploits. 

Diving underwater to see corals,

hiking mountains to view sunrises,

relaxing and enjoying in cruises,

having adventures in train rides. 

Let's build a house together,

decorating it with our flavors,

each space signifying our devotions, 

filled with memories and emotions. 

Holding hands, we would remember, 

while sitting on balcony and verandah, 

with our love so deep and tender,

as we grow old together...as a family.

Blue planet

Blue is the sky,

blue is the sea, 

behold this beautiful existence, 

of our beloved blue planet. 

Blessed are we to experience, 

visualize color among the rarest,

even universe providing a special seat,

to the position of our mother earth. 

Covering the majority of earth surface,

the basis of life, precious water,

being stored and circulated in many forms,

becoming the basis of the weather. 

To be the cradle of our evolution, 

nurture and support the life forms,

be the sweet streams or saline water,

we are provided with many options. 

Blue, it's the symbol of our planet,

it's assimilated in our essence,

even when a lot is there to explore,

in the vast extent of it presence... 

Over those altitudes of the atmosphere, 

within the very depth of the oceans,

lies many mysteries, many unknowns,

that displays the magnificence...of the blue planet. 

Helping the underprivileged

We don't give much thought,

but every person has its worth,

if not shown the due appreciation, 

words not heeded or promises broken,

would bring distrusts and disappointments. 

We only put ourselves first,

ignoring views of many others,

even when moving for their cause,

for the problems that we have brought,

for, they are the one...bearing the cost. 

We are the one who's lost,

while showing the path to the ignorant,

blinded by the pride of being learned, 

somewhere down inside we have scorned,

the life choices of their kinds. 

We should have given some thought,

so that we get off our high horse,

for, there's wisdom at every corner, 

with a pace that's suit their interests,

and we are just an observer... 

After all, even the underprivileged,

have something new to offer.

The third wave

What does it takes,

to become an evil person,

is it the greed or pleasure,

or the desire to be special... 

So, a experiment was done,

by one school history teacher,

to let us understand the psyche,

he named it "the third wave". 

To explain how the residents,

could accept those requests,

a movement for their pride,

causing mayhem and genocides. 

It was a fictional social experiment,

an appeal of fascism to masses,

by conducting series of exercises,

emphasizing expected qualities in them. 

Aimed at eliminating democracy, 

for, it emphasizes individuality, 

it's a drawback for the society,

hampering growth and promoting weakness. 

So, started the first day,

motto of " Strength through discipline ",

by proper seating and greetings, 

drilling the students with simple rules. 

The response was unprecedented, 

by seeing their strict adherance,

he added " Strength through community",

and renamed it as "The third wave". 

It involves cupped hand salutes,

both inside and outside classroom,

banner were created, given assignments,

banning non members, recruiting newer ones. 

With life of its own, movement grew,

so he added " Strength through action",

member cards were issued, few single out,

to report the teacher who failed the rules. 

It really became an eye opener,

enmity spread within the members,

reports were made about wrongdoings,

concerns were raised about teacher's safety. 

With things slipping out of control,

as students keep getting more involved,

he decided to the terminate the movement,

by misleading students about electing president. 

Announcing a noon rally for next day,

banishing dissenting students in library,

he ordered every one to attend,

to display loyality to the movement. 

The stage was set, actors were placed,

students were asked to demonstrate, 

by chanting the three rules he wrote,

he turned on a TV, placed middle of room. 

An empty channel, to make them aware,

it was only an experiment, they took part,

apologized to them for taking things far,

and show them how willing they were. 

So, finally summaries were made,

by the researchers about the experiments, 

asking questions, making interpretations, 

to finally conclude in these frame.

" For that sense of superiority,

for that desire to be special,

anyone could be brainwashed,

to do these heinous acts... 

Does it mean we are all evil?

No...it means we are too normal. "

To eat or not to eat

To eat or not to eat,

it's sometimes a dilemma,

never have our ancestors worried,

about serving food in their plates. 

With mixing of cultures,

learned varieties of dishes,

born, nurtured in different cultures,

influenced by climates and traditions. 

With choices many, one may wonder...

Why not indulge in worldly pleasures,

explore cuisines, have exciting ventures,

appease our curiosities for adventures. 

But things are not as easy,

there are concerns making us queasy,

risks of its quality and quantities, 

that restrict us from trying delicacies. 

Then there are cultural bindings,

ethical choices from our conscience, 

making us aware, mindful of actions,

choosing for nourishment and sustenance. 

To eat or not to eat,

we don't want it to be a blunder,

still I know for a fact,

I feel more at peace...with a little hunger. 

Nothing is predetermined

Who doesn't want success in life?

Become rich, have better relationships,

but not all receive the harvest of blessings,

face failures, lose their will to proceed,

some try to hold on to their hopes,

with encouragements and motivation. 

But there are many, seeking shortcuts,

are lazy to follow their predecessors, 

for, they don't have the patience, 

lost the trust in their workspace,

even their personal quests being fruitless, 

with facing lots of disappointments. 

Wanting to increase their luck,

receive signs from divine symbols,

they visit to many fortune-tellers,

to see their fate written in the stars, 

some might be curious about the future,

others need directions for their endeavors. 

But the horoscopes and astrologers, 

tarot cards or those crystal balls,

wouldn't give them their desired goals,

cryptic messages have different interpretation, 

for, their life is their own making,

only they can carve paths to the destiny. 

Nothing is predetermined,

so, take control of your life,

the future is of your making,

depends on your choices and abilities, 

keep working hard, fight for your belief,

by grabbing every opportunity. 

Things do take time,

but it's not the predictions,

that help you live your life...

Nothing is predetermined. 

Travel lover

Tell me... 

To be a wanderlust,

passion to explore the world,

experiencing cuisines and cultures,

trying new things to discover,

for the thrill and adventures, 

rejuvenating in exotic quarters, 

for those moments of leisure, 

some tryst with your pleasures,

understand hidden thirst and hunger,

paint yourself with different colors,

be it spring, autumn or summers,

it was exciting or a bummer,

a part of memory in the clusters,

still a part of your expenditures,

a lifestyle of a travel blogger,

helping you earn your number,

being weary to the point of exhaustion,

from making itineraries and legal options,

to be away, far from your relations,

for the sheer joy of having exposures,

would that be an accomplishment...

To proclaim yourself as a travel lover?

Are we the ignorant ones

Are we the ignorant ones,

seeking you in symbol and images,

For, your essence is omnipresent, 

be it in our body, mind or soul. 

Then what do we revere,

path need to be followed, 

learning lessons, performing duties,

surrender ourselves without question. 

Should I worry of consequences, 

fear the judgements or dominance, 

for, every direction speaks of your words,

making other options inappropriate or redundant. 

Even then, in our myopic view,

that can only cater to significant few, 

is blinded to acknowledge or give dues,

to this vast universe, needing to follow through. 

So, are we the ignorant ones,

not worthy of your enlightenment, 

as we keep wandering in the falsehood,

never to find truth, within our awareness?

Drifting

Drifting,

through life,

swayed by its drives,

as it pulls,

and then pushes, 

through various situations. 

Drifting, 

I take control,

but a slippery slope,

missing my chances,

directions too changes,

leaving me with no choices. 

Drifting, 

have my resistance, 

arguments with loved ones,

raised voices and silences,

means of conveying messages,

acting as a deterrence. 

Drifting, 

with passing age,

weakening effort in causes,

letting the wave decide,

closing both the eyes,

to ignore cautions of decisions. 

Drifting, 

neither the heart nor mind,

would get the spark so bright,

if the shadows grow,

engulfing many within its fold, 

will that be a right outcome? 

Let me keep drifting...

Till I find my stoppage. 

Music of the world

 With different sounds and style,

keep changing every thousand miles,

bringing pleasures to our ears,

invoking emotions, lessening fears.

Some of them are upbeat and joyful,

others being reflective and painful,

many were created for us to dance,

some great ones, discovered by chance.

With different genre bringing variety,

having choices to be selected on priority, 

they are indeed a powerful thing,

striking the chords, letting us feel.

Music is a universal language, 

connecting hearts all around us,

we all have our favorite songs,

listening when happy, sad or feeling lost. 

Even the struggles become bearable,

as we play the song on wearables, 

that instantly elevates our mood,

letting us enjoy those moments beautiful. 

For, heart and soul are being poured,

to create each words, and tunes,

so that we could also experience,

thoughts and emotions through our senses. 

So, let us take some time for ourselves, 

explore music from different part of the world,

all the wonderful melodies it has to offer,

crossing cultural boundaries...it unites us all.