In the dark cavern of my grand chamber, I sat combing my loose tresses, when a bunch of hair entangled in my bejewelled comb. I
Author: Sheela Iyer
Me and You
One, two, underneath the sky of blue; Three, four, I wish for happiness more; Five, six, My heart is filled with emotions mix; Seven, eight,
A New Life
Today (December 2022) I have often heard, ‘we have only one life to live, and we should make the most of it.’ Sadly, I could
Across the Kwai River
The cosmos conspires when love is invincible. Twin believed in love, so did Chesa. Both got introduced through a dating app and fell in love.
The Limitless Sky
Vessel I am… willing, Eager to learn and lift, Sail past to holy truth, See light, love and wisdom, Embrace, ‘neath your guidance, Lord, Until
The School of Life
Preeti and Tara were childhood friends. Both were classical vocalists who performed on several stage shows together. Preeti always looked up to Tara because she
Bereavement
Dad, you passed away too soon, Leaving us shattered and grief-stricken, A void in our lives no one could fill, Memories of you, time can
Frame of Mind
My hormones are playing with me Minute by minute nowadays, changing moods in a split second And hitting me really hard. A myriad of emotions,
Daddy’s Girl
Rohini and I tied the knot three years back. Ours was a love cum arranged marriage. We were leading a good life. One evening Rohini
I Wish I Had Taken the Time
Some memories often leave your eyes wet, Undying and clinging to, forever One such old reminiscence is stored yet, Unwilling to bid bye or leave
Chennai to Panchgani
July month holds a special place in my heart. On 7th July, Rohan and I tied the knot and embarked on our new journey. Rohan
My Birthday Gifts
Every year as the October month sprouts, My birthday, I celebrate with my spouse Together we go trekking the mountains And walk beside waterfalls and
Disrupted Speech
I stutter and stammer right from my childhood, Not all, but a few words do come out unclear. Suppress my voice and shun, do you
Your Brutal Words
Whenever your anger sparked, it pierced my heart Leaving my soul agonised, wishing to depart. Every single word felt like a dragger, Giving me pain
Yes, it’s been a Long Fight
Yes, it’s been a long fight; as I lost my eyesight But I still recollect the red dress bright, That you gifted me on my
Wrong Turn or Destiny
Life sometimes can take a series of wrong turn. Are wrong turns important as right turns? Do wrong turns and strangers open a new door
A Walk Along the Sea Shore
I stood in melancholy on the shore, Listening to the roaring waves Soon the ball of fire started bidding good-night Gradually descending to kiss the
My Combat for Non-Discrimination
My slogan, ‘Life should be great rather than long’ enlightened the masses globally. Education and various degrees like MSc, M.A., and PhD, made me famous,
Unsettling Pain
We were best buddies for decades Why, then, did our relationship sink? Yes, there was some communication gap, And you know, I did try to
My Unforgettable Holiday
My holiday in Switzerland Beautiful dream turned true Gleeful Mountain peaks and picturesque land Clear and azure sky blue Blissful Breathtaking hills, valleys, and lakes