Hold Them Close

 This poem is dedicated to all your loved ones. 

While they are here, and you can see,

Hold them close and let love be.

Give your time, each day a part,

Laugh out loud, right from the heart.

Do all you can, lend a kind hand,

Help them stand, spend a happy life and stay strong. 

Care for them when they are around, in small and big ways, and listen to what they have to say patiently, 

For time moves on, through nights and days.

When they are gone,

Sadness comes. 

The "should haves" then, will bring you pain,

For moments lost, you can't regain.

A gentle kiss, a warm hug, a smile, and a friendly word is all that it takes. 

So, open up, your heart so true when they are around. 

Say you love them deeply, show your care,smile,lend a hand, speak while you still can do. 

Value bonds when they are present. 

Do not wait for the right time or moment. 

Everyday plays a crucial part and we have no clue what's written in tomorrow's destiny. 

Tomorrow may not be the same as today. 

Life is fragile; someone alive tonight may not survive until tomorrow.

Her Things Remain

 Her clothes still hang, neat and clean,

But she is gone, nowhere seen. 

 Her comb, her jewellery,still present. 

Her medicines sit, no more doses. 

Her chair and table are still here with her books, her sweaters untouched. 

I miss her voice, her warmth so much. 

I hold her things, press them near, breathe them in-her scent is here. 

For a moment, she feels so close,

And my heart breaks, because I know the harsh truth. 

First Friend, Forever Friend

We shared secrets, school, college, and life,
Talking for hours, laughing bright.
You are older by just two years,
But to be honest, that never mattered.

We are always kids at heart,
And like a sister, you’ve always been.
Years may pass, but our bond stays strong,
Like a favorite tune, a lifelong song.

Forever friends, just you and me,
In this home where our hearts feel free.
Our memories will never fade,
In the place where they were made.

You will always be the mischievous one,
And I will be your partner in fun.
Let’s go on adventures, big and small,
And make the best memories of all.

Missing Holi

 Colors fly, people cheer,

Laughter rings, everyone's spirit is high. 

Friends are playing,

But I sit with books and me. 

Water splashes, bright and loud,

Music plays and everyone's happy. 

Though I am missing all the fun, I must study, I can't run,

Exams are here. 

One day soon, when work is done,

I will join the dance and fun. 

Holi will come again next year, and I will play for sure. 

For now, I learn and let it be, dreaming of colors waiting for me.

 

I Miss You , Nunnamma

 I miss your hugs, so warm and tight and the way you made everything feel right. 

Your kind smile, love and care I can never get back. 

Life felt better when you were around. 

It felt smooth and colorful. 

Where are you? 

Where have you gone? 

How can you just vanish like that? 

I miss the way you called my name with that sweet voice of yours, 

I miss the times I spent with you, 

I really miss giving you food, water and medicines. 

Honestly speaking, I was never fed up of helping you. 

I miss your tantrums. 

I miss everything about you. 

I miss sleeping by your side, 

I miss your gentle touch; the love you showed each time you fed me. 

I miss your patience, resilience and encouraging words. 

Thank you for being the best grandma I could ask for and for all the sacrifices. 

I love you with all my heart and I don't think words are enough to tell you how much I miss you as each day passes. 

Can't believe it's already been 4 months without you. 

The Power of Thinking

 Our thoughts are seeds that grow each day, 

They guide our hearts,they show the right path. 

Positive Thinking is warm and light,

It makes the world a brighter place to live in. 

On the contrary, Negative Thoughts are dark and mean, 

They make us doubt ourselves, feel upset and make us worry about everything (develop an inferiority complex). 

Negative Thoughts can break a bond, 

They push away the ones we are fond of. 

A small mistake, a fight, a tear,

Can ruin friendships held so dear. 

But Positive Thoughts can heal the pain, 

They bring us joy, like gentle rain.

They help us love, forgive and share,

And show our loved ones that we care. 

Forgiveness helps us make things right,

It ends the hurt and stops the fight. 

Always remember, it's greater to forgive than to forget. 

A kind "I am sorry", or a smile,

Can fix a friendship in a while. 

So, think with love, be kind and true, 

Let the sunshine of positivity and forgiveness brighten your heart. 

With happy thoughts, you will always find,

A peaceful heart and a calm mind. 

A Clearer View

 At a point of time in life, I thought all of my friends were true. 

But as time progressed, I learnt my lesson. 

Time showed me a crystal clear view. 

Some let me down, some walked away, a few did not care, a few just broke me and my trust. 

But the real ones stayed through smiles and frowns. 

They understood the value of my friendship and respected me, my words and actions. 

The real ones gave the friendship we shared their all. 

No matter what,they never judged and always remained. 

Now I know, with my heart and mind, the value of those who are rare and hard to find. 

Thank You for all the support,love,encouragement,confidence and most importantly, for your valuable friendship. 

At this moment, I realize all that I have lost over the years. 

Really sorry for just leaving without looking back. 

A heartfelt thank you once again for accepting me as your friend once again though I never cared at a point of time and just left without uttering a word.