She winged into my life as a migrant bird
Her beauty held my breath
Cupid was all over me
But I faltered, was she an illusion?
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I am out in a journey, on a long march
Aimless and wandering, I walked out
Mid-way, time took a toll and the goal lost its way
None stood as a beacon, the way looked endless.
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Ah, this life, a bonded labour!
Bogged down by this deadly employer.
I am buried in my sweaty bones day and night
Alas! When will there be a relief from the plight?
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The faithful horse neighs, in pain and silence
It licks wounds gifted by the inhuman master
But it can't express agonies, none knows its language
It works on, dutiful and obedient to master
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Life is a long journey
But the terrain is not at all smooth
Full of uncertainties
Ups and downs
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Let grief and pains shower on me
To cleanse all the inner stains
That divert one to a wrong path
And darken whiteness of soul.
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Tuck away vanity forever
Don't turn your face off
Come to me one last time
I shall be in the dark shadow
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Dear mind, don't go haywire at the slightest scar
Move along the noble path you took long ago
The light and contentment you reap is your reward
All else are no match for the lofty mission you embraced.
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I am that mother who once dreamt for you
While you played gently in my proud womb
That was a time I whispered hope into your ears
I rewrote my fate for you, my dearest son.
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