Tears of frustration Tears of helplessness As a sign of prostration Before the callousness Of those wielding power Unchecked and untamed As they choose to shower Atrocities, unashamed Protests silenced Voices suppressed Display of shocking violence Against the oppressed Why is this world So deeply divided How did hatred unfurl How was this fire ignited? There are aContinue reading “Senseless violence”
Category Archives: musings
Dilemma
Frustration at its peak Solutions, evasive, I seek Helpless here I feel Find myself losing zeal Climbing a wall insurmountable Facing obstacles indescribable I question myself if it is worthwhile To keep on fighting till the end of the mile Or just reconcile with my situation And spare myself the pain of desperation… ** ThisContinue reading “Dilemma”
Nostalgia of an immigrant
I left the venerable shores Of a land that was my own I closed behind me the doors Leading to places where I had grown Driven by a sense of adventure The excitement of exploration The promise of a greener pasture Or all of above, in combination The years went by trying to settle I was lostContinue reading “Nostalgia of an immigrant”
Dishonesty
Time will inevitably uncover dishonesty and lies; history has no place for them. Norodom Sihanouk There was a time when I believed Everything that people said Everywhere, transparency I perceived Between the lines I never read Inexperienced was I in the world’s ways Oh how I wish I had had some insight I wish IContinue reading “Dishonesty”
Final Diagnosis
Diagnosis is not the end, but the beginning of practice. ~Martin H. Fischer The thrill of a rare Diagnosis you made You are suddenly aware Of praise and accolades You grin from ear to ear You brim with a confidence new Reading diligently year after year Has finally been fruitful for you Satisfied your inner clinicianContinue reading “Final Diagnosis”
Pep-talk to self
When the days are getting dreary When my steps are getting weary I look for a little spark to light And fill my world with sunshine bright Gratitude then I summon I thank everything I have, in turn I look out for someone in need I try to do one kind deed Watch out forContinue reading “Pep-talk to self”
Musings on the occasion of World Poetry Day
If I could give you a window Into the space of my mind If emotions within me I could show Raw, unadorned, blind No better way is there in this universe No better form of expression Than carving words into powerful verse Exuding unbridled passion Thoughts that are uncomfortable Ideas too abstract to explain A poemContinue reading “Musings on the occasion of World Poetry Day”
Finding confidence
Teetering steps Wavering confidence Bashful apologies In self-defence Afraid of falling, Of errors unknown Myriad voices calling To drown down my own.. I feel overwhelmed My faith is slowly dying I cannot even pretend Otherwise, though I’m trying… How do I get back From this dark, black hole When confidence I lack To make myContinue reading “Finding confidence”
Content ambition
You never know what is enough unless you know what is more than enough. -William Blake Being contented with what you’ve got Leads on the path to happiness Be satisfied is what I was taught Was told that it would lower stress.. * My heart does not this fact accept I think contentment kills progressContinue reading “Content ambition”
Attraction
Laws of attraction Whimsical, arbitrary Causing distraction In a life ordinary Wreaking havoc profound In a tumultuous mind Emotions raising a sound While going through the grind I was caught unaware Thrown in a cataclysm Obsession threatening to declare A war within my heart’s realm Oblivious of circumstance Mindless of time and place Attraction IContinue reading “Attraction”
Life’s vagaries
Trying to comprehend Life’s vagaries Cannot pretend To solve its mysteries Unpredictable as weather Mostly inscrutable I think I would rather Leave them undecipherable Experience the moment With a mind bias-free Escape the torment Of worthless worry Soar in the air With an open mind To imaginary fears Turn an eye blind No strings attached NoContinue reading “Life’s vagaries”
Monotonous
Anxious and rushed I go through my day Enthusiasm crushed Wearily making my way Through a sea of monotony Painted in shades of grey No silver lining I can see On the clouds floating away I long for adventure Excitement I crave I would like to venture On expeditions brave The humdrum of existence ConstantlyContinue reading “Monotonous”
Passion...unbridled 