Poetry: Nivedita Roy

Nivedita Roy

1. Orbital eccentricity 

It sucks us in 

It creates boundaries 

We are lost in the ardour

We eventually resurface 

Pining to struggle out 

The maze is unending 

The mind is whirling 

It’s a vicious cycle 

The emotions revolve around 

Creating a stormy ambience 

The cacophony of regrets 

The din of ugly desires 

Frothing up to choke us 

As the gurgles are hushed 

Clamour heightens persistently 

Swaying pendulum of quadrants

The vertices wedging 

The borders nipping 

Shapes commute and convert 

Vilifying the sombre nature 

Defying the natural balance 

Where art thou headed ?

Is our journey towards infinity? 

What’s our destiny ? 

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2. My second home-Bahrain 

Vast expanse of sea and sand

Cluster of thorny bushes and palms 

Sun rays create a mirage and bright skies

Setting sun brings along pleasant vibes 

Arabian lamps dotting  the campsites 

Grills and sheesha add joy to the evening 

The city side would be busy and bustling 

Shopping arcades and souqs are abuzz with mild haggling

The aroma of saffron and herbs fill the air that’s rustling 

Traditional dresses and jewellery attract the visitors 

Arabian nights are a vision  of hospitality and fervour 

Expats and workers enjoy the sea breeze  post work hours 

Dates and plums adorn the woven palm baskets in some corners 

Arab artisans create pottery, carpets and handicrafts 

Beautiful mosques with tall minarets and pretty marbles call for prayers 

Keeping its originality intact 

Arabian days  also keep pace with the world afar ! 

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Setu, July 2024