I wandered in search of truth,
In quest of freedom, a timeless youth.
Under trees, in shadows deep,
In silence, secrets I did keep.
...
In Shailkupa's sunlit days,
Violence strikes in ruthless ways.
Helpless souls receive their aid,
On the streets, their hopes are made.
...
The waters rise the skies grow dark
Homes are lost and hearts left stark,
The rivers rage and mountains weep
As life is swept in currents deep.
...
In these dire times we face
Floods have left a deep trace,
From every corner and place
A plea I make with grace.
...
Md Abdul Alim was born in the village of Malithia (Langalbandh) in Shailkupa Upazila of Jhenaidah district. He successfully completed his secondary education from local historical institution Shapla Pre-Cadet and High School, followed by passing higher secondary from Adil Uddin College. He graduated and completed his masters in Political Science from Dhaka University-affiliated Government Bangla College. He began writing from childhood and primarily works as a teacher. Besides teaching, he serves as the vice-president of the Shailkupa Upazila Reporters' Unit. He represents Shailkupa Upazila in national English dailies like 'The Daily Morning Glory' and 'The Daily Country Today'. He is a renowned English journalist and has penned numerous English poems, each published in various national English media outlets. Alongside English, he also delves into Bangla poetry and literature.)
Eternal Quest
I wandered in search of truth,
In quest of freedom, a timeless youth.
Under trees, in shadows deep,
In silence, secrets I did keep.
To Allah, my soul would cry,
In whispers, prayers did fly.
Many times, my heart did yearn,
For a glimpse, a blessed turn.
Though I may not see His face,
In this life's fleeting race.
Yet I hope, before I depart,
To find Him near, within my heart.
In love and fear, I tread this way,
Seeking Him, night and day.
Life may end, but still I plea,
Before farewell, let me see Thee.
'If you can survive without anyone's help then avoid taking it because that help might later become the cause of your downfall.'