Why Be Kind?

So many options to choose from -- Bravery, intelligence or strength, Charm, Humour or righteousness. Then why speak of The seemingly least of them all? Why bother with being kind? So much seen and heard, If not already, Then soon will be Of betrayal, doubt and slyness, Of incompetence, inequity and injustice. Why trouble oneself [...]

Circle of Kindness – Liebster Award

If you ever genuinely liked any of my work, this one's for you! Someone has been kind enough to drop me a nomination for the Liebster Award and wished that I pass forward the kindness. Now that's what appealed to me -- kindness! This is my first time with something like this. So I start [...]

Someone’s Santa Claus

No long beard or beer belly, Still you can be someone's Santa Claus. Still, you can make someone smile. No umpteen number of gifts, Still you can thrill someone. Still, you can make someone's day. No hearty ho-ho-ho laughter, Still you can warm someone's heart. Still, you can awake the child in someone. No place [...]

Is God There?

Is there someone Who can make everything better, When all seems to fall apart, When there is no hope? Is there someone Who can punish the wrong, Reward the righteous, To set the scales of justice? Is there someone Who can help bring a smile On the faces of many Worn by worry? Is there [...]

We Give What We Have

I'm sure you must have noticed that some people are mostly exuding positive vibes while some are so not. The former are a joy to come across while the latter are dreaded. Why is this? Why do some only give away frowns and not smiles? The answer is that is all they've got to give. [...]

Wish Me, Silly

Half an hour spent To search the perfect photo. Then a message sent To make her feel special. The clock ticked away Minutes to hours. If only she may Reply in the least. There I sat waiting By the phone. Trying to stop hating All the effort put through. When patience gave way, Not knowing [...]