Sister-in-law

The umbilical touch is missing
The delicate nurturing of a mother is absent
The blood-link is nonexistent
Till the alien, in a moment transforms.

The transition is smooth and severe
But is definite, naked and unbound
For people to see who have the vision
Yes, that’s sister-in-law, next only to a mother.

The affinity is absolute and singular.

The tie unseen, the bond unspoken
Taken to a new level by the likes
Of epic giants such as legendary Lakshmana
Through unflinching devotion towards Sita

We, mere mortals neither belong
Nor come close to that noble category.
But, can atleast fall in line towards
Glorifying the tie and carry it forward.

A short poem

Wishes from deep within
thoughts churning through
reminding each time
a promise that’s true

How I wished to walk
the sands of quiet beaches
step in step; clasped hands
and half folded pants

Oh! those moments
One too many to express
For reasons known best
swept aside, put to rest

Wishes from deep within
thoughts churning through
reminding each time
a promise that’s true.


............. I would be glad if anybody can suggest a title for this poem.............. till then.,, bye.