It was the test of times and the restive moments were conspiring against the docile feelings that were just trying to survive. As if time were plaited uncomfortably with two distinctly opposite sentiments. There isn’t any reason for life to become restless when there are silence and harmony. Still moments always seem to stir the worst possible emotions; as if the mind is caught between … Continue reading Testing Time
An unfortunate want interrupts the sonorous voice from narrating the stories It was just about to begin when the mind was distracted by numerous desires Which universe conspires to unsettle the being with such trivialities? Impending quarrel darkens the mood and engages the senses for a duel With the being that did not wish to be interrupted while the narrations were about to begin Surrounded by … Continue reading Interruptions
List of forgotten essentials Faint images still murmur Overshadowed by life Projections are a strategy Overlapping blurry feelings Disorganized conversations Incurable negative tongue Weak composition of words Languages of despair Impotent powers celebrated An agreement accepted Relegating the real self Holding the crumpled list Essentials are useless Ambitions soar Dreams and perceptions Marketed with skill The virtue of conformity A resounding ‘Yes’ Approval with diligence Finding … Continue reading Essentials
In the world which is in a tremendous hurry and in a relentless pursuit to move ahead, it takes immense courage for an individual to slow down. No matter where you want to go, you will do so one day at a time and you can neither go back nor skip the present and teleport yourself to the future. When you slow down, you have … Continue reading Not in a Hurry
Amitav Chowdhury 