Eastern sky glistens
the dreamy sea slumbers on
indolent waves ebb
golden sunshine smiles
sun-drenched tides unfurl magic
turquoise melange
emits a bright trail
kisses the western skyline
lulls the blue expanse
oceanic tides
weaves an endless saga of
cadenced harmony!
A typical weekday morning in urban households is a mad rush against time. In most Indian homes, the chores and noise decibels  are directly proportional 🙂 . Waking up kids, getting them ready for school on time, the mixer whirring in the background, preparation of breakfast and feeding your picky child, packing lunch boxes for school and office, maid working around, the doorbell ringing, cell phone beeping,….it is literally a battle zone where every minute is crucial. And god forbid, on just one of those bad days you hit the snooze button an extra few times, then the domino effect takes place spiraling the chaos beyond control. By the time you step out of home to head to work, you are totally exhausted. I think many will relate to this cacophonic morning ritual.
Change of scene….
Last week we happened to go on a short vacation. I woke up to a beautiful leisurely morning. Stepping out of the room, I had all the time to myself. Believe me, nothing prepared me for the marvel of nature that was to unfold.
Idling on the hammock, I watched the blue yonder peeping between the green parasol of leaves, with its glorious heavenly smile. Wisps of clouds drifted along merrily. The gentle rays of dawn cascaded coyly between the verdant hues with a prismatic glow. It was truly a sight to behold. The moist sea breeze softly caressed my body, whispering stories of the ebbing waves. The plethora of sounds of nature I heard, felt surreal. The chirps of the many birds, trill of the insects, rustling of the leaves, buzzing bees along with meandering butterflies, greeting pretty blooms and roar of the ocean waves….. Nature’s morning raga was divinely melodious. I lost the sense of time, enthralled by its picturesque harmony.
I couldn’t help but mull over the juxtaposing mornings!
V.J’s weekly challenge # 88 : Domino effect
Eugi’s weekly prompt : Glorious
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In response to Ryan’s photo of the week #43, Blue!
Across the various hues
of the cerulean spectrum
the calm aqua waters
the azure expansive yonder,
I hear the soft whispers of the blue
sing a divine halcyon melody !
In response to secretkeeper.net’s challenge # 172, to use the five prompt words in a poem or story.
BED, FLARE, SEEK, GAIN, WAVES
A bout of hysterical flare up
sends me scurrying to the
shoreless ocean bed, where
I seek solace to pacify the heated mind.
Perched on the rocky cliffs,
gazing at the magic of the shimmering waves
listening to the gentle whispers of the breeze
sets me free from the emotional bondage.
The halcyon blue expanse, lulls the untamed ire.
Amid the naked waters, silent sands
and moments of solitude, I attain a sense of peace,
drowning in its wondrous depth.
Deep blue waters, an amazing handiwork of God’s creation. Yesterday, its turquoise waters smelt of salt. It was a home to infinite marine creatures and a lifeline to fishermen. Its tranquil persona provided a soothing balm, to calm the troubled mind. Its mesmeric beauty always held one in awe.
But sadly today the oceans reeks of a toxic scent the world over. Its pristine blue water turning into a dull grey. The plastic and junk strewn recklessly by careless tourists have poisoned its waters, endangering the eco system and the innocent sea creatures.
All images are from the internet. The pictures are a testimony to the dire imbalance we are causing due to our insensitive behavior, without realizing that its adverse effect will boomerang on us.
Recently I read that Maya Bay beach in Thailand and Boracay beach in Philippines are being shut down to tourists, to facilitate its clean up before the damage done is irreversible. Isn’t it an irony that we, despite being the most intelligent creatures on the planet, cause the most damage to it?
Isn’t it time that we help the ocean regain its lost splendor?
Day 2
I was challenged by Meenakshi of keerthanaganga.com!
No people, No explanation!
Challenge someone new each day!
Oceanic blue waves
composing fine melody
as it gently ebbs!
In response to TJ’s Household haiku challenge Blue & Melody!
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