Poem

by Susmita Everyone noticed my efforts for perfection, But no one saw where it came from. Veiled, it’s all my fear not to lose more light, And my pursuit for a calm night. I grew up hearing about acceptance of letting go, But it’s not only about the life flow. Veiled, it’s more about the depth of the bond, And the feelings that go beyond. Everyone praised me for having no expectations, But no one ever had any observations. Veiled, it’s due to those unspoken loud negotiati

Some truths don’t escape through the mouth—they escape through the eyes. by Susmita You asked me, “Are you okay?” And I nodded— As I was too tired to lie again. Again you asked, “Are you okay??” And I said yes— Like I said a thousand times before. You said, “Talk to me.” And I wanted to. Trust me, I did. But what can I do— If my words get clogged in the throat? They are tired as well. There are too many winters without spring. So, you said, “Why don’t you say anythin