SOLITUDE

Solitude, shedding a smile

Took my arms and walked into dark.

Consoled me with wretched memories;

My mind pushed to have it all.

Lonesome moments grinned at me

Tears rolled down my cheeks, crossed my dimple and died.

You hit me when I am sole,

Dragged me into the pitch black pit of woes.

Why? Solitude like a sharp sword

Shedding red in my heart,

Shutting dreams in my eyes,

Pinned me to a secluded zone.

Time passed on…

My arms started wrapping you

And adored your warmth.

My ‘pretended’ friend kept me close

And gifted me hideous scars.

Now I am left with only a severed soul to whisper

Solitude…you are my pal!

Dr. Alka Ram