Awake And Make Your Path. Poem by C. Muralidara Kannan

The paths are hard, rough
and uneven. Be watchful!
There are bumps and potholes.
Beware of pitfalls! Sometimes, pebbles hurt severer than
boulders. Be mindful!

It's always good to look
ahead for smooth surface
leading to safe shelters.
Never be too optimistic to tread
only upon the tracks of gulabs and glorious glow of green gardens.

At times, these tracks turn teasing mazes. Measure your gazes
and move hopefully.
Maybe striding storms
or seeded farms.
Maybe welcoming woods
or venomous breeds.

The journey is not
a treasure-hunt, but is a
measured stunt.
Ventures or adventures
It is you who make your long way in these labyrinthine leads!

For these paths of Life
bequeath you stories as well as glories.