Yesterday,
This was a view from my window
bustling life, honking cars, jostling crowds.
It narrated tales of people on the move,
and I loathed that cacophony.
Today,
A prisoner, within the walls of my home
I look at the eerie stillness of the deserted street.
The heart yearns to listen to sounds of hustle bustle
only to be greeted by the siren of the ambulance.
Tomorrow,
I pray that the new dawn is a harbinger of hope
bringing with it the gift of healing.
Life returns with its busyness
and this time,
I would welcome the cacophony!
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How right you are Radhika. There was a time when people were fed up with the noise and hectic pace of life. And now most of them want it back. Thanks for joining in
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Thanks Sadje. Oh yes, I used to always crib about the traffic and noise, but now I just want that chaotic din to replace this deathly silence and fear that has engulfed us.
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I can imagine. You’re welcome
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Couldn’t agree more Radhika,..the heart craves the hustle bustle which we once used to loathe. Beautifully expressed 💕💕
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I guess we all want our old normal back, despite loathing it then. Thanks my friend!
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Amen. The world is waiting to be healed.
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Yes, healing is what all of us are praying for Ekta. ❤️
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So very true, Ma’am. 🙂
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Thanks Aishwarya!
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Too good
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Thank you!
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How our life was and how it become 🥺🥺
You expressed it beautiful ❤❤❤
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Thanks Vani. Today we live in anxiety and fear which is so overwhelming.
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Aw i agree Radhika, we used to scorn the hustle bustle of the busy life outside, now with pandemic, we missed it
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I agree Mich. I could never imagine myself wanting that hustle bustle back. But now that feels so much better than where we are today.
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This is so true, Radhika!!!
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Thanks Roshni
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The feelings attached to the words is echoing inside me. So want to be a part of the hustle now, turn on the Activa and be a part of the honking cars. Miss that rage now.
Wonderfully expressed the inner voice.
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Ah I know that feeling Kritika. Just so hoping for those good old days to be back despite the honking and traffic snarls. Thanks dear!
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My pleasure 🙂
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*Sigh* I still welcome the peace, but not at this price. Beautifully expressed, Radhika!
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Same feelings here Chris.
Thanks!
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This is so true R!
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Thanks N!
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So very true!
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Thank you Akshita
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It’s so true Radhika. How beautifully you expressed the past, present and the future!!! ❤️❤️ We are now longing for the busy and hustle bustle life.
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Exactly. Just waiting for the old normal. Let’s hope we return there soon. Thanks so much ❤️
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Totally agree! Beautifully written ✨
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Simon, thank you!
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this is life
change
rearrange
plan
and then
too no matter
what enjoy
savor your day
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So clever and… so very true Radhika!
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Thanks Bree
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Superb challenge taken Radhika and I agree with your words I too hope that all the cacophony remains and the streets are all full instead of being deserted and noise prevails. Lovely poem.
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Thank you Kamal. Yes, while we cribbed about it then, in the hindsight, I feel that is so much better than forced lockdowns and constant fear of the virus that is ruling our lives today.
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Yes Radhika I completely agree with you. Virus has really taken over and lockdown is becoming a serious problem. Always welcome dear 💗💗💗💗
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So amazing, radhika ❤️
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Thanks Rishika ❣️
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Amen!! It’s really fantastic!😊
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Thank you!!
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Most welcome
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Oh, so true, Radhika! Excellent take on both prompts!
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Eugenia, thanks so much!
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You’re most welcome!
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Very true. Wonderfully expressed Radhika
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Thanks Sowmya
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Very true!!! About a year back I too loathed the very sound of automobiles, but now I too yearn for it!!!
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Glad you feel the same 🙂
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Perfect take on the prompt picture. I am only imagining how it feels to be in India without the crowds. The noise always makes me feel like I am home.
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Yes, Pragalbha … The noise and traffic has so much become a part of life today. Sadly it is unimaginable to visualise the deserted roads in India.
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Poignant and so relatable.
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Thanks Jude
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I love it! You’ve expressed it in such a lovely way ❤️
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Thank you 🙏
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How true radhika ji!! Loved how you put those words in a beautiful manner forming a beautiful necklace of Hope and bliss! ❤️
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Thanks a lot Ahiri ❤️
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What once was is so dearly missed! Nostalgia is always captivating but when it comes at the helm of an unfortunate ‘today’, it’s painfully heartbreaking. All I wish and pray is for those ambulance sirens to stop…Very beautifully expressed.
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I hope so too Pallavi. Keeping an optimistic frame of mind for things to take shape, moving ahead.
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A beautiful reflective poem, Radhika! ❤ May life soon return to normal! I hope you and your family are doing well. Stay safe!
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Thanks for your kind wishes Cheryl. Yes, we are doing well ❤️
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Great reflections and picture out the window Radhika! Your poetry is exquisite as always and my heart is with you as you stay safe and this hopefully ends soon!💖
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Thanks for your kind words and wishes Cindy ❤️
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My pleasure dear❣️❣️❣️
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Waiting for the whole world to heal Radhika! 💜
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Amen to that wish Suni ❤ !
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Amen 🙏 you are welcome Radhika 💌!
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Its a nice view, though I would preffer the greens and the likes. Btw, where is this?
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I agree! So well penned! 😊 I hope that the future can heal us from the present.
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Wow, such an incredible take on the topic.
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Many thanks Isha
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You’re welcome 🌸
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I love reading this we can all relate to feeling this way over the past year. I also love the way you used your words in this poem. You’ve earned yourself a new follower in me 👍🏾
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Thanks so much my friend 🙏
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