Regret, Resolve, Rebond

Abhanga is the original name given to a saint's devotional poetry in the state of Maharashtra in India. The poet was Sant Tukaram. The abhanga that we talk about here is a syllabic form of 6,6,6,4 with lines 2 and 3 rhyming. Colleen gives us 3 kigo words to be incorporated in the verses. I … Continue reading Regret, Resolve, Rebond

Before

momentscatch off guardcause a churnspill out as wordsI don’t know what isinspiration a thought or remarka memory sparkeda wound that hurtsa fire that burnswithout a care orconsternation it fears notreprisal or responsea comma or pausefor a worthwhile causechanges the sentence; notexpression it may feel empty laterbut who caresit leads to moretill creativity ensnaresa brush, fingers … Continue reading Before

Doors and windows

“Size does not make you superior”, sneered the window. “You give a very limited view. I give people an opportunity to walk in and out and discover things for themselves.” The door retorted. “Only if the property owner allows.” “Both of us are controlled.” “Then why are we arguing? We extend vision, and are indispensable.” … Continue reading Doors and windows

Educated, but dependent

“Don’t trouble your pretty head about money …. I’m there to manage life for you”, is an oft-repeated remark Aurelia hears from her wonderful husband and is grateful for it. She is a chartered accountant who audits financial transactions of large corporations, but finds this domestic arrangement cosy. “I’ve been thrown out of the house, … Continue reading Educated, but dependent