English was my second language, but the colonial mindset was deeply ingrained in me
So I strived to improve my English vocabulary
I read, spoke and wrote in English, in an attempt to acquire
Proficiency in English, to make it my first language I aspired
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Flowery and idiomatic language I would use
The most uncommon synonyms I would choose
To give my writing a (pseudo) literary flair
Despite being an avid reader, I was quite unaware
Of what made a piece of writing good
Most Indians used the loftiest words they could
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Over time I have learnt to be succinct and concise
Using difficult words appears ridiculous, I’ve realized
Without properly conveying the meaning they intend to convey
So I use straightforward language for what I want to say
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Sometimes I wonder if my language is too plain
I am tempted to insert metaphors again
To write well is an aspiration I hold
In language that is unique and bold
Passion...unbridled 