Looking in the wrong direction Some mysterious events are distracting Considering you are inattentive Even naive; the reality was not a good tutor Like an early arrival A new destination for an uninitiated traveller Who wished to move around Untrained eyes always look elsewhere Unsolved riddles become trickier Restless soul plans to leave Without planning for the next journey Carrying a troublesome fortune ~Amitav Continue reading Misdirected
Time visits with so many offers Moments of surprises, moods, and revelation As if a mysterious box holds them all Seasons change and life takes unknown turns Still, the past clings to it There is no immediate escape From the efforts of time to vanquish life Is that the source of persistent rancour? Sometimes solitude is chased Not as a destination to rest, but to … Continue reading Time Visits
When there is no luxury to pause, the sky changes its temperament In fleeting moments, the journey takes keen turns; compulsions of subtle changes Even short steps palpitate the heart- one is unprepared for the destination There fewer chances of listening earnestly and eyes can marvel at the smudged images Folks speak of their inner turmoil; narrates some of the interesting lines from folklore Before … Continue reading One Cannot Pause
Running away from the self, every landscape looks interesting Waiting eagerly to plan an itinerary to visit as many destinations To conquer the mountains and kiss the sweetest streams flowing Quench the parched desires and waiting to revive from the thrill Planning every detail of the journey and abandon the camp abruptly Attraction of the journey evokes the passion of becoming a traveler Exhilarating, sensational, and classical … Continue reading Travel
It’s a new day and you have to prepare before you walk out of the front door. The choices you make will decide whether you will walk down a slope or an uphill road. Consider, the usual straight road with a predetermined destination is erased from the itinerary. It takes a lot of effort to motivate the mind to adjust the steps on such short notice, … Continue reading A Path and Destination
Don’t lose your way in life by asking for directions too frequently. Quieten your mind and have faith in the Self and you shall be shown the right direction. We are continuously depending on someone else to show us the way to a destination which only we can choose wisely. ~Amitav Continue reading Directions
Sharpen your words to create an impact Not to slay, but to clear the obfuscating overgrowth Across the verdant valley of truth and happiness Slay the prejudices and clear the path for progress Let your words lead the travelers to their destination Leave a trail of thoughts for future generations to follow Towards the horizon where knowledge shines brightly No one should be forlorn in … Continue reading Words of Intellect
A brief pause in the recesses of the heart Somewhere between life and a new phase As the stream of life flows through with vigor Replenishing the sanctuary with vital power Through an extremely intricate journey We sail across turbulent and tranquil times Deep within the soul inhabits the will and hope Listen to the secret murmur of the flowing life Fill every void and … Continue reading Sail Through
A genuine smile has eternal radiance An appeal to the souls around to rejoice Evoke the true spirit of happiness Let you be surrounded by the positive aura Draping you with the light of eternal bliss Experience life and unravel the true meaning A journey bestowed on you to test the temperament Allow the soul to seek the higher meaning of life Follow the silent … Continue reading Eternal Radiance
The journey depends on the path you choose It is easier going downhill, and It takes will and determination to go uphill The soul toiling with extreme courage Success is, freedom from things that weigh you down Real wealth is the knowledge you acquire To enhance your vision and think positively Look at life from different perspectives Remember, it’s your journey, make it worthwhile© Continue reading Your Journey
Amitav Chowdhury 