Hardened by nature…
Mesmerising everyone
Through generations.
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Author: gdutta17
Born in the year 1968, my childhood was spent amidst the beautiful scenic landscape of a small town in India, Ranchi. Though an engineer by qualification, reading, writing and cooking are my passions. Another thing that I am passionate about is my country, India. As they say, a lifetime is probably not enough to explore the whole of India. Currently based in Kolkata, I can be reached at gdutta17@gmail.com.
Separated Lovers
Time doesn’t slip by
Melancholy rests heavy…
The distant lovers.
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The Woodpecker Visits
Sound of constant blows
Every morn at my window-
Woodpecker’s red plume.
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Bonds
Detached leaves of trees
Vagabond in winter breeze….
Unyielding bonds break.
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Tiger
The ageing tiger
Chipped canine and reduced bite….
A man eater now.
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Crow
Warmth of spring season
Memory of my past life….
I hear them beckon.
PS : In Hindu religion, a crow is considered to be a carrier of the soul of a dead relative. When the dead relatives wish to visit the earth, they come in the form of crows. A reason why crows are sought during a funeral rituals and provided offerings; by that it is hoped that the dead soul also gets the offering. This haiku is a derivation from this ritual.
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Up in the Hills
It is full moon night
Lights are glow worms on hill slope…
Cold wind with bared fangs.
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Breach
Lining of silver-
Crack in the shroud of darkness
Logic breaches guard.
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Justice
Empathy and love
Strive for win-win situation-
Hallmark of justice
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Lost Shine
Frost layer covers
Slowdown also in demand…..
Steel loses its glint.
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