The wall listens

Be careful of what you say,

someone might be listening today, 

learning about secrets and fears,

for, even walls have ears...

They laughed, playfully teased,

sharing their private moments,

oblivious of the statement realized,

when the wall acquired awareness. 

It was built in old times,

been sturdy, seen through lives,

the struggles and pain of masters,

yet, courage and forged convictions. 

They prayed to God, holding hands,

dreaming of future, for their child,

celebrating little moments together,

step by step, climbing ladder of life. 

It had seen the giggles & mischiefs, 

of the scribbles, on its surface,

getting scolded, crying out loud,

while mother washes stains found.

There are also wonderful times,

relatives gathered, praises successes,

hearing the gossips, rumors spread,

in their interactions, conspiracies played. 

Years were spent, seasons changed,

facing adversities, hearing laments,

welcoming members, some partings,

it remained the silent witness.

Then arrived newer generations,

whispering lies, bold proclamations, 

indulge in pleasures, fleeting distractions,

some were stranded, mental confinement. 

And the wall, attended them all,

hoping to provide, needed support,

letting the conversations flow,

keeping them alive, in its memories,

Even if people will go...