A friend shared the following on Facebook. I wanted to save it somewhere and I thought my blog would be the best place to do that. 3 exceptional lines that echo one thought in a crazily awesome manner. (I could have used better adjectives but this is crazily awesome.) There has been no better use... Continue Reading →
10 Things I Find True
I write here not because I have a lot to say, but because I have something to share. Incidentally, what I am about to share has made me write the list that follows. I was on Stumble this afternoon and came across this lovely video. This video is for anyone who loves poetry, anyone who... Continue Reading →
Reading Gulzar and Meeting Ghalib
I just finished reading Mirza Ghalib: A Biographical Scenario by Gulzar. There is a lingering sadness that the book came to an end. However, there is also a fulfilling warmth inside. It was a beautiful journey. It was so calming that Time walked with me hand in hand and we were glad to have each others' company.... Continue Reading →
Sometimes it doesn’t…
When it doesn't fit in your grasp and it doesn't keep your hold. When it doesn't stay inside your reach, and it doesn't feel as whole. When it doesn't mind itself with you, and abounds adrift and free. Just let it go my friend, how can you ever catch the breeze? -Sameen
Almost There…and Not Yet
The incomplete, silver orb in the sky, hides behind floating cottony sheets. Our story is yet to consummate; even the moon is waiting for us to meet. -Sameen
It’s Been A While…
I was watching the final season of Desperate Housewives over the weekend. The show, if you keep your prejudices about the name aside, is a very brilliantly written show. I respect any creation that has a good story as its spine. It makes me respect the writer and everyone who agreed to work on it.... Continue Reading →
One
Intertwined into you; a creeper on a tree. After a while, I can't point out you from me. And when they begin digging out your roots; It's no surprise my skin begins to bleed. -Sameen
Undone
A cascading string of pearls; condensed water plunging from the sky. Waterfalling books off my open shelf; a strained relationship's last try. A bereaved family-tree's autumn leaves; and the water bearer's broken pot. Shattering belief after asking to trust again; on the doorstep, a last forget-me-not. Tumbling entreaties at Death's arrival, counting blessings for barter... Continue Reading →
Existence
Hands hold Fists clench Arms bend Palms fend Eyes weep Tears shine Dreams see Hurt mimes Gaps widen Fingers play Nails scratch Rings stay Breath stilts Wishes whine Time stops Clocks chime -Sameen
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