COVIS-19 V/S HAPPINESS!

The world itself was, is, and will be in a terror for a while. No matter if we are infected physically or not but mentally, yes! the entire world has fallen sick with the tremor it gets within us with the mere thought itself.   But with this, we also for a while gave our  'Earth' some space of its own which was lost due to the torture we mankind have cursed it with.  Nature took its revenge in the form of COVID-19, punishing us by caging us at home, no gatherings, no public meets, no cutting trees, no pubs n malls, etc which are multiplying faster than a ray of light. We often say or hear 'change is the only constant'. Like most sayings, this too is good to say/hear but when  the change actually takes place we all take a back seat to accept and cope up with it. First, we were scared as we were not aware of what it exactly is, next we were happy as we got a few unexpected holidays but soon we also got bored. Now we are restless as we have no clue when this is going to end? what will be the aftermath of this situation? what next? too many questions hovering on our minds. As stated earlier, 'change is the only constant'  and one's ability to adapt to those changes will determine your success in life.  Now people have started adapting to the current situation.  Let me tell you how we have taken things positively - We got our family together we spend more quality time with them, which was lost in almost all families. We got our nature and its scenic beauty to admire again as we are less polluting the environment in and around us. We developed our culinary skills and enjoy homemade delicacies that were replaced with all ordered items. We got back those grandparents and grandchildren bondings which were replaced by sending the kids to a variety of extracurricular activities. We got back the spouse strength which was lost in the tiresome long hours of corporate jobs and travels. We got back all that we lost which was been enjoyed by our grandparents and our parents during their lifetime. We got back those parents' kids' time which was lost, running after jobs and its own demand costing our family time mostly.   We got back those hours of chit chats, gossips, conversations that were replaced even within those buddies who once spent hours and hours together but yes, the hectic life routine erased everything. We got back that natural beauty a woman gifts her house just being self which was also replaced with a maid, cook, helper, online food, fast food, etc. We got those houses of meditation for relaxation which at times even been interested was impossible with our rushing hours in everyday life. Lots trying to win their health back using Yoga, meditation, spiritual healing as they are giving time or trying to experience and understand it's importance, trying to set apart some time from the everyday timetable to set that for self, etc. We got back that happiness playing small little indoor games, soaring high in happiness when we WIN, clapping, hi-five, teasing, etc while playing and in a way getting the entire family and its members active and feel that true love which was lost again in the rays of mobile apps finding some game in silence to be played alone and experience the isolation. We all got back those inner qualities like cooking, painting, performing, writing, setting up a room, decorating something, knowing your families well, giving and allowing time to your partner's, kids have no complaints with their parents having no time for them. Kids are mostly watching epics as this was specially launched in India so that we can teach our coming generation the history and its importance but this was lost somewhere in between their video games and I- pads.  Nevertheless, we overall are understanding the pain we have given nature and now it's our time to correct our mistake. We have shown a happy face even when the turmoil is still on as we have learnt to adapt and accept the change. ReplyForward

WILL CHERISH THE LOVE FOREVER!

Why this storm rises in my heart?
I always knew, we have to stay apart.
Still, why do I feel the loss, still why do I think life has gone for a toss?

I met you as a stranger, and gradually you swayed me completely
I was overwhelmed with the love you showered on me.
I was shattered to envision,without your love, how life would be?

We spoke day and night, never thought wrong or right,

Every 'Hi' that popped up on my mobile screen, brought a broad smile,
I never thought things would change, not even for a while.

 It was implicit your love would never fade,
but I am afraid, as now you have to wade.
I can't see you in pain, 
I cry,I scream,I pray, but all in vain.

Can't God see me happy, even for a day?
I try to smile with every pain, in every way.
I just wanted to speak to you, was that too much to ask for, after all the loss?
If yes! then thank you God, I am done! You are the boss.

But yes, I would cherish the love for the rest of my life.
I accept my destiny, but from my heart the moments one can ever wipe!

MA

You gave me birth,
because of you, I could see the earth.

I always heard, 'that mother is life,
she is love and she is your best friend.'
I loved you, fought with you, showed tantrums
but realized the saying is true only at the very end.

You were gone, beyond the horizon
I long to talk to you, get a glimpse.
I long for that warm, comforting, relaxing hug
but now it is only a dream, it seems.

I miss you more than anything in this universe
I could not value the most precious possession
and that is why am I living this curse?

Please come back, come back once, give me another chance
So that I can love you more than ever, so that we can play, talk, smile, and dance.

*A Friend, I Had Not Known*

Almost ten years spent together

Said goodbye, and never thought would ever gather.

Life is full of surprises you bet,

After ages again we met.

I never knew this friend I had

Believe me, best of friends we have become, I and this lad.

We spend time, we talk for hours

He is good with the compliments that he showers.

Not just because he appreciates and cares for me

But the bonding has become so strong, I promise it will be!

He never misses a chance to motivate, make me confident or proud

I pray and hope we continue to be friend even above the cloud.

SHILLONG

Life was a treasure 

Enjoying d green lush was always a pleasure..

Your height taught me to keep my self esteem high.

To stay immovable even if the world asks why? 

Peace for me is going off to sleep in your wide embrace,

Else life is and will always be a race. 

My first love which is very strong,

You are in my heart Shillong, my Shillong.

JUST U!

 I wanted to fly, my wings widened high up in d sky.

Every feeling was true, every feeling new

Yes I was aware d reason was u.

Days passed as moments in your arms.

Loved every bit of u, specially the warmth.

Life was shattered nd I was broken too.

D day I realised we have to drift apart, me and u.

Its been years, rather more than a decade.

But your love did never fade.

I can still feel d love I can still feel d touch.

your love never left me for a moment and you do remain to b a part of me very much.