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Lock down changed life forever

redefined many facets.

We tasted virtual reality bites

embraced a minimalistic approach,

nature rejuvenated, when we were caged.

Emotions came about in a mixed bag.

Familial bonds recharged with great vigor

skills honed, connections renewed.

Some had to endure the pangs of separation,

mental health issues rocked a few.

The health workers are true warriors

fighting an enemy unknown.

The harsh plight of migrant workers

brought to fore, many kind souls amongst us,

reaching out with helping hands,

 the blessed, bowed down in gracious thanksgiving.

Now all masked up, as we unlock our cages,

this question continues to torment me…

Will man emerge wiser from the pandemic?

will we respect this freedom now

or

will we go back to our old ways?

Reena’s exploration Challenge #163

V. J’s weekly challenge #123 Warriors

My verandah is basking in sunshine;
Sunshine that feels like molten butter,
That which flows freely
In its desire to reach out
and swamp everything
With unbridled exuberance.
Warm, playful, extrovert sunshine,
Like a lover’s passionate impatience,
Like a child’s unabashed playfulness,
Falling over my shoulders,
Running all over my face,
Happy to have found me
after many a decade.
Happy to have found
a willing friend,
Who wants to give in
To its friendliness.
Happy to reach out to all those
who are bereft of its reach,
while at work in dark cubicles
and living under artificial illuminance. 
Sunshine that deluges my face,
reminds of God’s assurance,
To dispel the dregs of loneliness
And provides much needed solace!

Copyright @ Goutam Dutta

Reena’s Exploration Challenge #163

बदल गया है ज़माने का चलन
घर पर हूँ पर लाचार नहीं हूँ
अपनी ज़िन्दगी से बेज़ार नहीं हूँ

मिल नहीं पाता हूँ अब उनसे
मुनासिब है भूल जाऊँ उन्हें
कह दो उनसे मैं तैयार नहीं हूँ

मिला है वक़्त सोचने का मुझे
जो भी किया अच्छा बुरा
अपने किये पे शर्मसार नहीं हूँ

करता हूँ कुछ ज्यादा काम
खटता हूँ रोज़ सुबह से शाम
शुक्र है कि बेरोज़गार नहीं हूँ

रखता हूँ अपना ख़याल ज्यादा
एक ज़िन्दगी तो हज़ार नेमत
मनाता हूँ खैर, बीमार नहीं हूँ

In Response to: Reena’s ~Exploration Challenge # 163