It's funny how we dream about the future Planning every minute detail As if we can read our fate. It's funny how we believe in love But find its definition changing As if there's a new dictionary. It's funny how everyone else knows What is best for us As if they know our hearts. It's… Continue reading It’s Funny – A #Poem
Her Beloved Aunt
In her dreams, she saw her alive. Her aunt’s beautiful post-chemotherapy curls and her angelic smile greeted her. In her dreams, her aunt was full of life. The room was full of laughter, warmth and love. In a dream or two, she heard the elders say, “Of course she’s still alive.” But she woke up… Continue reading Her Beloved Aunt
On Life & Death – A #Poem
You never know Who's going to go next. But we all know Everyone must go. Eighty or Forty or Five There is no strict order. No one knows The exact date or time. You never know When it'll be your last. Everyone must live Knowing there will be an end. To live means to treasure… Continue reading On Life & Death – A #Poem
Cat Lady Wisdom
She loved him. She loved how he put his feet up on her, showing off that adorable belly. She would light up with gratitude each time he'd place a paw on her face. The fur child did not speak her language but the look in his eyes and his gestures of happiness, sadness and impatience… Continue reading Cat Lady Wisdom
Too Tired
Having a sore throat helped. She could point at it and grimace - relieved to have an alibi. How long had they been existing like this? The rooms were reeking of misery. Bed linen unchanged for weeks, used plates on the coffee table, and tension in the air. She was exhausted. She told her mother… Continue reading Too Tired
Book News
My short story His Search for the Perfect Bride has a new look now! Have you read it yet? Blurb: Debojit is a momma's boy. He is on the search for the perfect wife. Join him as he visits potential partners with his parents. Expect some surprises for poor Debojit and his mother. A behind… Continue reading Book News
Her Strength – A #Poem
Soft as a petal With the strength to endure Frequent heavy weather. Many lessons learned As each storm comes In disguise as a teacher.
A #Poem
I TAKE A BREATH AND LOOK UP AT THE SKY. THE BIRDS IGNORE ME AS I ADMIRE THEIR EFFICIENCY. THE SWAYING LEAVES REMIND ME THAT I AM ALONE AND ALIVE. PRECIOUS MOMENTS OF STILLNESS BEFORE THE THOUGHTS COME HOME AGAIN.
Here but not Together – A #Poem
You and I share the same earth and sky. You and I breathe together but stay far apart. You know I exist, as do other living beings. Yet, here we are, complete strangers.
A Journey – A #Poem
When she looked back at her choices, She felt no regret. But sometimes she couldn't help it, She wondered how it could have been. Her fate took her on a journey, No matter the effort and desire. Well, there would be another day, Ready to continue her story.
Sudesna's Space 