13-2-2016 8:00 AM

To my father

I thought that you fought

in moments of pain,

but you hugged death

as you loved life...

Your unblemished will

suffered the loss of heart,

but never did you cry

to see us all in despair...

A life of supreme virtues

who can live except greatness?

when morals degraded

you held on the devotion...

Memories of inspirations

and future of absolute manhood

you left behind in me,

we differed, i said

but why is it 

that i cherish to be You?

I want you to call me

when we illusory

watch you go in Ganges,

teach me about me

when they grant you peace..

Waiting for you

in dreams and other levels

request is to enlighten

my soul with knowledge..

So strong is your love

that i allow you

to take over,

yes take over me

'cause i know

i will be happy.

'cause

'none can measure happy or sad'

Reviews

[¿]

Another poem which I didn't enjoy but I can feel it....
Nothing much changes on a person's demise...only the amount of love from his close ones increases and so the amount of his/her being missed....I love the way you expressed your condolence for yourself.....Strong guy!
Thanks for sharing this one.....even if twas not easy to share... (maybe)

[Gaurav]

Thanks a ton Tahsin...i know with time the love deepens and it's like you want yourself to immerse in a sea of love and never come back...but we come back to the world of real superstitions and hatred and then we want to say that 'let's love and not fight'

[¿]

Indeed agreed! You're heartedly welcome :) !!

[A.marie.speaks]

Heart breakingly beautiful. Your love really shines through. I'm reminded of my losses, people who keep me strong with their love and wisdom. Very good piece !

[Gaurav]

Thank you for taking out time to review the work and feeling emotions.

[Mister T.]

Hey there, Gaurav. It's been a while since the last time I reviewed something of yours. Excuse me that it took me so long.
As for the piece itself, impressive, full of emotions. You must've gone through a hard time. Great piece, Gaurav, keep it up.

[Gaurav]

Thank you for those kind words.

[Sriparna]

Beautifully written . Loved it .

[Gaurav]

Thank you Sriparna. Appreciate it.

[CA Anurag Sharma]

terrific write. Its quite touchy. I always feel that love of parents is the most self less and pure. This poem really touched my heart. Good one really...

[Gaurav]

Thank you Anurag.

[gunjan]

good one,,,,,,i liked your love and emotion for your father....
i found a strong connectivity in between you & your paa....which i don't think you ever expressed to him but we can see through your words here...thanks for sharing.

[Gaurav]

Thank you Gunjan for those kind words.

[Emily]

Love that first stanza!
Keep it up!!

[Gaurav]

Thank you Emily for the review.

[Sarah King]

I believe in love.. I believe in inspirations that others and of course our parents give us.... your father for sure was a perfect man and I am sure that he's proud of you.

[Gaurav]

Thank you Sarah for your beautiful words. Appreciate it.

[NeuroVersifier]

This is very deep and mature writing. I was quite moved by it. I appreciate how you honor the nuances of your father's humanity and how it lives on in you. Thank you for sharing.

[Gaurav]

Thank you for your kind words.

[andrew mitchell]

I lost my father so its a great tribute of words to your father. Nicely worded!

[Gaurav]

Ohh, i am sorry. And appreciate your feelings towards the emotion.

[andrew mitchell]

its ok its over 5yrs now! all good!

[Philip Muls]

We difffered I said but why is it that I cherish to be you. That captures the son father relationship in a couple of simple words. Your poem is a tribute to your dad and it is beautiful.

[Gaurav]

Thank you Philip.