The itch to write

Soothing whispers of a gentle breeze, Swept amid my curly hair. As I sat  on the porch with a cup of chai, Bloated ashen clouds dashed into each other, They waited to explode and turned darker by the second. Trees swaying a welcome dance, While the earth blew a mighty wind to greet the approaching rain, I look up as I felt a spray of tiny beads cascading down my arm. And there those first droplets kiss the planet. It left an earthy aroma all around. Then with a Rumble and a roar came those majestic drops, Shattering the ground with force, It created a beautiful serenade on the roof And steady drumming on the windows. It enriched the thirsty soil, Making every dusty leaf glossy, Cheerful, bright, and bold is the Rain It calms your nerves and makes you smile Whether you are dancing in the rain  or watching it from a confined space Rain will help those anxieties slip away And water your soul with love. Image Source

  Location: Fort Kochi Beach Photography: Me

As the sun unfolds itself , I stand awestruck by the aurora of hues she leaves behind on the outstretched  canvas of the sky. A display of vivid colours sweep across the silver clouds. She launches her last smile right before departing into the horizon. Gracefully I watch the golden clouds fading into grey. As the sun diminishes at the skyline, she takes away my burden with her as a reminder to unwind & reset, with a promise of a hopeful tommorow. Picture Courtesy :Thushara Abraham  ( My very talented Cousin) Check out her IG @thusharaabraham for more amazing photographs. 

Clouds burst pouring out darkness, The thunderstorms showed it's vengeance. The city was submerged, But our souls cannot be engulfed. Even when stress flooded our minds when we had nothing to eat Even when roaring tides masked the screams, We knew it was all temporary And Our hopes did not fade a bit. For we knew the clouds will dissolve Bringing back the smiling sun. We witnessed oneness as the flooded rivers overflowed Breaking down the boundaries of religion Demolishing bridges separating rich and the poor Helping hands arose every corner, Mankind displayed selfless care. We can either live through the flood or let it drown us, We decided the former. This poem is dedicated to all the people of chennai who went out of their way offering a helping hand to others during the Flood. I'm proud to say that I have spent 5 years of my college life there. Dedicated to all CHENNAI-ITES! You guys are a role model to others.

She inked everything onto the paper, Her dreams,her sorrows, Sometimes even her bleeding heart But he was like the leaf, Floating away wherever the wind blew. Her soul deserved more Because her soul was a beautiful thing. His love had killed her slowly, Like venom crawling through her veins. It drained her smile It sucked out her strength. Now she is pleased to have died that slow death. 'Cause she is revived today She reawakened her dissolving self. She brought life back into her soul She repaired her fears. Her scars faded . She listens to that song with ease, The same song which gave her a silent ache once So she inked everything onto the paper. Wrote this after talking to a friend who got divorced recently. Started thinking from her point of view and penned this down.

Those 9 months felt like 9 years. Morning sickness and food cravings. Sleepless nights and moody days. Swelled up legs and overgrown breasts. Unfit dresses and stares all around. Inflated tummy and multiplied visits to the loo. I Missed my skinny jeans and halter necks. I envied my husband every time he munched on those crispy 'Lays' and sipped that frizzy Pepsi. No more heels. No more dancing. No more bumpy road travels. No more work. I gave it all up for my junior. Finally you came into this earth on a rainy day. You were my baby, my love and my life. I watched you grow as days passed by. Your rosy cheeks I kissed every night. While other mom's dumped their little ones at day-care, I gave up my dream job to give you my care. Your diapers and poop never disgusted me. You grew up in my arms safe and secure.  To see you become the best, I sent you to the finest school in town. I tried to get a job after all these years but no one hired me. Some said that I crosse...

GUEST POST A poem by Serene Sarah Zachariah (my sister) WIPED OUT DREAMS I lay back down and close my eyes It has been seven years I realise The days have passed The dreams have crashed I look back again, not in despair I turn back again, for just a glare It was a day,my wedding day Just as I had dreamed, the day would be Laughter and joy filled the air Preparations continued with no time to spare. I looked at the sky with hopes of tomorrow It smiled back at me without any sorrow The morning light had filled my room My heart was glad without any gloom I looked at my face And i had began to praise For the day had come My wedding day,the most awaited one I stood there in pure white And my parents looked at me with pride Their daughter, oh so dear Will leave them, in time oh so near The moment was nearing There was no point in fearing Then a sudden phone call Changed the mood the church hall In an accident, groom had died Shattered and heartbroken ,the...

Like the rising dough overnight, When I glance into the mirror, They stare back at me mockingly, Away goes my day with a bad start. I don't want anyone pointing at them today. The one on my chin bore a son, Even my bangs fail to hide the one on my forehead, The oozing pus leave people staring, Even Rudolph will laugh at me. The urge to squeeze it is crazy, Some vanish leaving a trace, As a token I dare not forget. I'm 24 kindly stop following me, Kindly Invade a teen nearing puberty. Ok so if you guys still didn't get what I was talking about in my poem --- it's PIMPLES For the past 4 years I have been in a close relationship with acne but now I'm so happy to say that I broke free from its clutches.We were as inseparable like dosa and chutney! Not anymore. So when it comes to pimples I have taken PHD in it. Here is what I have learnt! 1.Change your pillow cover 2. Clean your phone screen 3.If your hair has dandruff.Get rid of it 4. Cut away...

Did you encounter my concerned eyes  The smile on my face  a mere reflection of yours  My expressions don't lie nor they hide  Scribed in bold as visible as the moon  Did you Grasp this at the first glance? That's my query for you  Can you read me ? !  My character reflects the invisible me  My responses unveils my concern My heart outlined by empathy  My way of life casts forth the truth  Written on my soul as invisible as the air  Did you grasp this my friend ?  That's my query to you Can you read me ?  Spotting you cheerful & glowing  Only that can fetch a smile on my face  Indeed , happiness is shortlived  In a blink of an eye you push me away  The gloom wraps me around like a snake  Yet my thoughts are selfless  And will love  unconditionally  With no returns& expectations I walk forth Never will I  disturb nor...