Familiar dilemmas

 It's like a ritual,

to follow family traditions,

for supporting the close ones,

and fulfill our responsibilities. 

Be it our love and care,

or being sheltered and secure, 

with limited dreams and aspirations, 

and avoiding any wishful thinking. 

Being devoted to work and studies, 

and managing our respective duties,

and not seeking pleasures or stimulus, 

outside our sphere of interest. 

It'd like growing under a large tree,

with bigger shades and steady roots,

providing us the warmth and support, 

while being somewhat restrictive. 

There are some natural practices, 

that is followed by most species,

like seeds that travel far to germinate, 

or birds that leave behind their nests.

Youngsters do prefer being independent. 

sometimes rebel or show defiance, 

tired of all emotional restrains, 

it's their act of breaking the chain.

As they were free to follow their impulses, 

explore new things and make mistakes, 

they also seek attention and fame,

in their quest of gathering experiences. 

So, it depends on human nature,

and our surrounding social structure,

which gives us different options, 

to choose the path of our bearing.

Either we fall into laziness, 

in our tendencies to resist change,

or we value our aesthetics, 

that suits and  promotes our lifestyle. 

Each path have good and bad points,

One with stability and other freedom,

secure privacy or going through scrutiny, 

depends on our thoughts and action.

It's a dilemma indeed,

to take the leap of faith,

or let go of our desires,

and stay back for later date.

Food for thought?

 Hunger and thirst,

the primal desires,

to forage or hunt,

till our satisfaction.

Being weak, needed groups,

and sharing of our foods,

bringing over many conflicts, 

along with the security. 

Then we learned to farm,

and store them in our barn,

as we became more stable,

developed many dishes and flavors.

Here we are in new age,

with innumerable menu in different places,

each having their innovation,

or surviving their old traditions.

So, arrived were the gourmets,

exploring the standards and the craziest,

as they try anything edible,

making them all their playthings.

Identified as the foodies,

following up with many cuisines, 

enjoying and having fun,

sometimes getting too much greedy.

And here I am following their trails,

but for me it's just curiosity, 

as nourishment is my primary desire,

providing me complete nutrition,

also have some higher taste,

ones that are visually appealing,

stimulating hunger and palate pleasing,

rewarding me with the pleasure,

Isn't that's what it worth...

Any food for thought?

So much to say

 I have been silent,

For many years now,

Keeping all of my stories,

That's needed to be told. 

So much to tell,

But no one is listening, 

Giving their voluntary attention,

With a sincere heart.

I had to step back,

Take my sweet time,

As I moved on,

While searching for my kind.

There were some encounters, 

Hoping for a rendezvous, 

But it went down in few days,

Never had an emotional connect.

I had been honest,

And tried to speak out,

Keeping my choices upfront,

In my every interactions. 

So much in my mind,

That's build up in heart,

As I kept seeking outlets,

While sharing in small whispers. 

There's so much to say,

But I had been lacking,

In connecting or having conversations, 

With a desire for introversion. 

I am trying to change,

Working out my thought process,

May I find the one, 

Genuinely interested in communication.

 

© Dr. Manish Rout 

What I like about you

What I like about you?

let me think about it,

as I know this in my heart,

that I love the way you are.

Is that the smile,

that brightens my day like sunlight.

Or your personality,

of your presence in the society. 

You are so gentle,

the way you interact,

so kind and caring,

in your every interactions.

The sweetness of your nature,

and softness of your voice,

Somedays you were mischievous,

showing cute and bubbly side.

You were so admirable,

taking up the responsibilities, 

valuing every connections, 

while striving for liberty.

Ah, there is so much,

I can think of many,

no wonder I was smitten,

falling to your beauty.

A wish

 A wish,

sprouting from my desire,

hidden within my heart,

of shining like a star.

Thoughts might be a reflection, 

to bring smile on faces,

as a proof of my existence, 

making a sight to behold.

And in this place so serene,

I would feel the warmth,

of countless thanks and blessings, 

from that one simple wish.

Walk through the park

 The walk,

through the park,

besides the hedge,

on the stony pavement.

Wild flowers,

gloom away from view,

scanty fragrance emanates,

as I try to look nearer.

The garden has its flowerbeds, 

with colorful buds and leaves,

brightening at the center stage,

taking up all the gaze.

Being on the sides,

forgotten, unkempt, disorganized 

but fill up the surrounding,

with something necessary. 

So I continued,

searching for something new,

every corner have it's treasures,

when I started looking,

even it was just a walk...

through the park.

Still waiting

Still waiting, 

for my own fairy tale, 

of mysteries and magic,

with excitement of adventures. 

Having lovely encounters,

enriching my memories, 

from genuine interactions, 

and commonality of interests.

Away from monotonousity, 

this blandness of reality,

an escape to a lifestyle,

of playfulness and spontaneity. 

I don't desire the eutopia, 

nor the blessings of luxury,

but craving for stimulus,

vibe of some leisure.

May be I am tired,

needing some spice,

for sweetness is preferred, 

after the excess of saltiness.

But there is desperation,

a bit of jealousy,

in this world of achievements,

a desire of fulfillment. 

I am still waiting...

Farewell old friends

As I walked, on that path,

with concerns for my health,

Seasons changed, be it summer or rain,

and I kept walking on.

They were there, standing tall,

welcoming me in my stroll,

as shade from heat, covers for rain,

and I recieved them all.

Days passed, so the years,

it was the normal routine,

drought came, so the storm,

but they withstand them all.

Amazing are these lifeform,

acting as home for many,

always giving, so forgiving,

like a happy place for any.

But the world is cruel, 

with stresses in air and soil, 

so, one day I saw them fall..

out of pure agony.

Just a small drain work, 

and digging of its base,

roots broken, protection gone,

strong rainstorm broke their will.

I was heartbroken, 

could only spectate,

grieve the loss and wish,

farewell my friends..from old days.

Connections

  

Connections...

things that work,

everyday greetings,

simple gestures that we appreciate.

These days we are busy,

be it emotional unavailability,

sometimes work are hard,

facing stresses of life. 

 

We might seek solitude,

taking comfort in ourselves,

but loneliness does struck,

coming out in unexpected times.

 

And then we might need,

Eyes that see, ears that listen,

just a shoulder that supports,

steering though difficult times!

 

That's not all it is...

as someone that shares,

our joy or sadness,

with advice and encouragements!

Connections that we desire,

one that might see though our lenses,

but it also needs compromises,

to understand things they aspire.

 

Still it's worth it,

experience we might have,

making up the memories,

bonds that would get stronger,

As we keep holding on......

Connections

Move out

 

 Hello friends, 

Its been a while, I had stopped writing for a while now. Hoping for a refreshing start as now COVID-19 has mostly been controlled. 

So, just experimenting random one here ;

 Move out,

explore, experience, 

break the monotonous routine..

Struggles do come,

losing one's interest..

of exposures and meetings..

 

Take initiatives,

have trust and believe,

some hands will reach..

 

Let it out,

from your comfort ,

hidden in that closed heart...

Open your eyes,

broaden your vision,

and you will see...

what you wanted, 

that you needed is there,

much closer than you thought..

Loneliness exists,

so is the pain, 

but people do understand, empathize..

 

Happiness is round the corner,

darkness won't last long,

light is at the end of tunnel..

brighten up, have a great day !!

 

Canvas with a border

 

I am a canvas, with a border,
shades of gray, being the color,
rough on sides, a bit off white,
Still blank, if you may wonder.

I am a canvas, with a border,
painting beyond, would be a struggle,
But I am fine, have some shine,
A rarity that you may uncover.

It's been a while,
being touched for a try,
giving a musty odor,
some dusts may have settled.
Away from the crowd,
hidden in the shroud,
forgotten from the life,
being kept in the corner.

I am a canvas, with a border,
not many desire it longer,
coming with its quirk,
disappointing to some users.

I am a canvas, with a border,
a bit hard to be hold,
with some visible cracks,
still waiting, to be discovered.

Saving our ecosystems (SOEs)

COVID-19 and subsequent lock down has brought lots of problem to the masses. People couldn't go out, play, eat, and work. Schools, Colleges, Workplaces were all closed and streets were empty. But in all these troubling times, something good also happened.
Pollution was decreased, wild animals roamed freely, many farm animals lived to see another day, many plants and trees too might have got another day of life. Human as a species had to stop their daily activities and surely that had some impact on some living being, their habitat as we held back a little...to encroach their ecosystem.

We do have animal right organisations like PETA, NGOs and independent people working for the cause of environment. Summits as made for climate change and nations call for saving the habitat through national parks.

Does these works..Yes, until an environmental activist, NGO or Environmental friendly Govt. is present (like in Europe, India). But then, when greed comes, people forget sustainable development, depending on who controls the govt, people, or policies.(China, USA, Brazil).

Why can't there be a permanent solution to these problems? Why is there a feeling of helplessness?
The world is big, and million of businesses are flourishing by exploiting the natural resources. (Mining, Industries, Real estates)

Environment protection and preserving the habitat is difficult as it is a volunteer service and relies on people's goodwill. It's not feasible against corrupt or greedy people and poor or hungry people. We need to see the things from different perspective to achieve some kind of permanent solution. What is one thing that lasts long?
Answer is: Money or Business! Environment activism won't last if taken as Charity, but work only as a flourishing Business!
We are working towards it but it still lacks popularity, richness, political backing. So, I just thought some ideas regarding this problem.

One should take inspiration from our surroundings. What we lack is a big, powerful, rich, with political backing, an umbrella organization that can regulate, promote and maintain sustained and aggressive activities to protect our environment. Let us name this organization " Saving our ecosystems (SOEs).

Why SOEs? Because environment is nothing but amalgamation of multiple ecosystems. Many minor ecosystems that we ignore, might just be the essential habitat to protect and promote natural life cycle.
Imagine, like Chinese companies and their debt trap policies, that countries are forced follow, even knowing that it is against their national interests. Their diplomacy and management ideas can be used for promotion. Think of Amazon, Uber, and OYO services...that we can use for bringing every environment related business under SOEs and make SOEs a multi billion success.

To the ethical businessmen, who donates billions for many causes, they can join and start SOEs or like minded Business (not Charity) and promote: Solar energy, Electric vehicles and charging centers, Agribusiness, Biodiesel, Herbal products, Internship and skill development program, market nature related tourism, take tenders to maintain natural parks and reserves.

Not only it provides earning opportunities to locals, but also provide awareness and practice of environmental protection. One can also promote veganism and vegetarianism under such organization.( Although Animal husbandry in local manner should be also promoted).

There is another reason of bringing the name of SOEs: Promote individual family ecosystems in form of Gardens, Ponds, Trees among the masses. Either by monetary benefit or scholarship benifit, these can be promoted on institutional basis.

So friends, there are lot more to think about, but I would prefer you to expand your imagination, if you too care for our deleting ecosystems,habitats...damaging environment and bringing climate change.
After all, COVID-19 have given us an opportunity to sit back and ponder.

Floating..

Hello friends, this month have been a havoc, with many precious life lost. COVID-19 by SARS-CoV 2 has become a global pandemic. We have been seeing depressing news and valiant efforts of Healthcare professionals.
 Public is also facing trouble due to lock-down and curfew, with necessary goods running dry. I have to go to work though, on the empty roads and multiple check ups by police. Still, I would advice general public to sit put at home and spend time with families, catch up to some novels or books, or watch netflix and chill. (I have been binge watching some anime series too, after work)

Anyway, today I would be writing a simple poetry, just jumble up emotions. May be an act of diversion from present issues, be it professional or personal.. :)


Floating,
I have been,
away from the present,
also from the past.

Ah the clouds,
like a cottony mounds,
shrouding like a mist,
covering for the wish.

The dazzling shows,
and mellifluous music,
diversity of creations,
stirring up emotions.

And I seek,
only if it please,
sources so many,
satisfying the hunger.

Floating,
in colorful stories,
diving with imagination...
like I was dreaming.

Up and high,
as I soar,
feeling the wind,
feeling the cold.

Only if the time stops,
as I indulge,
unaware of my falling...
towards the ground below !