Away from the mediocrity of life
the call of nature tugs my nomadic heart
to tread the lonely path, deep into the unblemished locales.
I escape from the ordinary,
letting the wings of freedom carry me into the wilderness.
Tall primeval trees stand on snow clad ground
whispering stories of silent loneliness.
In isolation of my sanctuary, feelings pour out,
the letters soak in the essence of nature’s hues
thaw those emotions on to the paper.
I script the trail of my journey, the wanderlust tales!
I am happy to be taking part in the A-to-Z challenge 2022, through the month of April. This is my second appearance here. Last time was in 2017, where my theme was Kaleidoscope of Life. You can read the posts here.
To me nature has a magical connotation. It is much more than the surroundings around me. Every aspect, each layer of nature is interspersed with a deeper meaning, to understand and acknowledge with gratitude.
Life is defined by challenges at every step. Targets, deadlines, distractions keep us busy along with, loads of stress, that has become a way of life today. We are all fighting our emotional battles in life. Some falter, some are overwhelmed by its pressure while others succumb under its burden. But one who seeks the benevolent grace of nature, shifts his focus to listen to nature speak, basks under its healing marquee, emerges stronger with a resilient temperament. That is the power of nature’s magic.
“The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest. It’s nature.” – Shikoba
I would be delighted to have your company on this month-long expedition of mine in exploring various facets of nature. So, hop on with me, as I let go myself through my thoughts, emotions and reflections into the welcoming arms of nature, admiring her alluring beauty, witnessing her naked vulnerability, shivering under her wrathful fury, appreciating her feral wilderness, and experiencing her serene persona. Enjoy the hues of the kaleidoscopic nature through my musings, poems and photographs through this odyssey. I have included a few of my poems from my blog which were very apt for this theme.
Be with me on my journey of transformation, with nature as a muse, healer, teacher, nurturer and protector. I tread deep into nature’s bosom to find some answers. Be a witness to how nature has helped me unlearn, learn, grow as a person. Each inhalation infused with nature’s blessing, helped me connect better with myself. This challenge is a dedication to Mother Nature who has been instrumental in discovering a new me, hence my theme for this year is Nature and I!
Eugi’s weekly prompt : Bouquet
A journey from bud to blossom
and finally, to a wilted eternal slumber,
mirrors man’s story on this planet.
Whether we choose to lament about the prickly thorns
Or admire the fragrant beauty of the blooms,
The choice is ours.
After all, Life is a bouquet of experiences!
My car and I….
A perfect companion to my wanderlust heart and nomadic mind
we journeyed across the countryside ,driving through the meandering roads.
Sleeping under the starlit panoramic night sky, my dreams wrapped under their lambent glow,
to be gently woken up to the sounds of warble and the gurgling brooks.
Experiencing the beauty of the altering vistas, inhaling the fragrance of nature’s scents
soaking in the ambiance of terrains, still untouched by man’s sullied hands, had an organic allure.
Feeling the pain of the ancient scars, of the once resplendent monuments, felt so real.
Coming out unscathed from the jaws of death, heaving a sigh of relief on a narrow shave,
the raw and savage beauty of the wilderness, had many adventurous tales to tell.
Sitting by the aqua waters, listening to the ocean waves, pouring their stories to me,
while the gloomy monotones of the winter’s white blanket penned melancholic poetry,
the sand dunes hurrying along, under the scorching heat, as if to pass on the message of a weary traveller.
Wending through the journey, ruminating within, feeling a sense of surreal enlightenment in solitude, solo travel has transformed me.
The autumnal nudity to spring’s vibrancy, the sweltering heat to the alabaster snow,
learning, living, and experiencing a myriad platter of life,
we have travelled many miles together, coming a full circle…
My car and I!
Sadje’s prompt #89
8th May, 5 years ago, I took my first step into world of blogging. From my first post, to about 850+ posts till date, from an absolute novice to a published writer along with many online publications now, it has been an incredible journey of learning and growth.
As my blog Radhikasreflection celebrates its 5th anniversary today, I would like to thank each one of my readers for their constant support and feedback throughout. Some of you have been with my here, right from my initial days. Heartfelt gratitude to you my dear friends. Will look forward to your amazing company in the journey ahead too.
I sit at my table, in the alcove by the window
as the white curtain sways to the zephyr,
wafting in, with the fragrances of a world beyond,
drenched in life’s palette, in a motley of colors.
My ears soak in those whispers of thoughts,
their essence permeates into my being.
I gather the scattered unspoken words together
cajoling them into an expressive frame.
I breathe life into them, birthing my poems,
radiating a genuine warmth of emotions,
that emanate from the core of my soul.
My cup of gratefulness overflows with your support. So a big thank you to all my blogger friends. Do let me know what do you like about my writing?
I would like to leave you with a special request. India is grappling under an intense wave of the deadly pandemic, do take a few minutes to send out a healing prayer to India and the world. Hoping all the collective efforts will help us come out of this dark phase soon. Thank you!!
Stay safe and stay blessed ❤ !
Bubbly baby’s progress defines
growing up milestones
painted in playful contours
in a blissful innocent world.
Teenage years chart a new course
mark the many firsts…a date, a kiss
romantic crush or rebellious streak
friends and ambition play a pivotal role
zeal to accomplish inks the milestones.
With a step into the professional world,
life ebbs into a comfort zone
many settle to the society’s norms
honor the events that unfold in due course
targets at work and family goals, outline the milestones.
Fading twilight waits for the ebony sky
to move on, into a destination unknown.
A glance into life’s rear view mirror reflects
celebration of life with its many milestones.
The heart whispers a thanksgiving prayer!
Before the pandemic struck us, a typical scene from any city around the globe was very similar. At the end of a long day at work, a swarm of people would rush to the stations, their heads down, glued to their mobiles. Oblivious of their surroundings or fellow passengers, most of them would be immersed in work or on a call. Sapped of energy, they would chug along to reach home, every day, defining life, in its mundanity.
The pandemic brought the life’s train to a grinding halt. The sudden impact left man totally lost, throwing him completely off track. The lock down has to a great extent, initiated a change to his perspective on life and its meaning. All this time he was chasing a mirage, mistaking success for happiness, in the bargain turning a blind eye to those little things, that added value to life.
Today, man has slowed down the pace at which he is traversing on this journey of life. He has realised if his life’s train derails and its journey comes to an abrupt end, before reaching its last station, his pursuit for hollow victories may after all be in vain.
Life is a sojourn between birth and death. One should enjoy the beauty of the changing landscape, being present each moment, for each stop brings with it an experience, before its time for us to alight at the final destination.
Once upon a time, billions of eons ago
it all started with a speck.
The vast expanse beyond the cerulean skies
embraced within it
infinite planets, galaxies and milky ways.
It intrigued and fascinated
Astronomers and Astrologers alike,
who postulated many theories.
The spiritual seeker,
ruminated on the realms of the cosmos
to question our very existence
in this vast evolutionary journey,
to fathom its aura of cryptic mysticism.
Seeking divine guidance,
from the abundant energy of the universe
finally realising that
the body and the paraphernalia
is just ephemeral,
the real truth is our inner core,
the soul.
Each can be read as an individual tale or together as a single one. Hope you enjoy them.
Explore world, travel bucketlist, another strike.
Souvenirs from travels, world within home.
His travel blog, brought him fame.
Travel taught him what education didn’t.
His travels unraveled the journey within.
In travel, he finally found redemption.
In response to Shweta’s 6WSP : Travel
Life’s roads, so unpredictable
a sudden brake, brings the car
to a screeching halt.
The meandering roads show
no sign of destination,
the path ahead looks eerily dark.
A glimmer of hope
peeps in through the obscure maze
tiny luminaries twinkle bright
an effulgent moonlight beams
its magical smile,
lights up the route,
for life to move on!
This poem depicts the current situation of our life. The minute virus brought life across the globe to a grinding halt. Man felt he was armored with invincibility, making forays with such advanced technology and sophisticated gadgets. It took an infinitesimal microbe to get man on his knees and make him utterly helpless.
I hope wisdom prevails and man uses his intellect to learn an invaluable lesson from this bitter experience.
While I always like to end things on a positive note, I would like to know your thoughts on this. Do you think we will mend our ways to a better tomorrow or will we tread back on the same path all over again?
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