by Kirti V | Jun 29, 2026 | Poetry
There, in the erstwhile Travancore, Lived Nangeli and Chirukandan. A happy couple that they were, But were bound to the rules of the Pravathiyar.* Women, of the lower castes, Couldn’t cover their breasts, Shouted the rule, oh! Wasn’t that injust? If...
by Kirti V | Jun 29, 2026 | Poetry
Oft I wonder, How do children manage to be happy? They cry and weep, But that’s short lived. They smile and laugh their hearts out, Oblivious of their surroundings. What’s the secret mantra I thought, And slowly drifted to sleep. Heard a voice in...
by Kirti V | Jun 29, 2026 | Poetry
The bright canvas of nature, Decorated well with the golden marigolds, Against the azure skyline. Swaying their way through the gentle breeze. Oh! What a treat to the eyes. Do I have a choice, To silently tiptoe, And be amidst this scenic beauty, Away from the...
by Kirti V | Jun 29, 2026 | Poetry
In this bustling life, Where we join the rat race, And run like a deer There are days, When I just feel, To be dolce far niente, Like the hare during the race. The joy of being idle, Is equal to bliss. Oh! Something that I wouldn’t want to miss. But this...
by Kirti V | Jun 29, 2026 | Poetry
In the sleepy winter morn, Like a glisk of warmth, Creeped in the dawn. The song of the cuckoo, Chimed in tandem, As the sun played peek a boo. The sprouting greens, On the snow clad branches, Looked so calm and serene. The bare branches...
