Monsoon Verses

Lovers pining, seeking warmth

And protection from thunderstorms

Red earth and pouring rain, kurinji flowers

Aphorisms; a romantic poet.

The downpour, a scorching yellow sari

Flattering her curves, a drenched hero

Lyrical banality of a song sequence

A Bollywood movie.

Called in sick to catch up with friends

Over a steaming pot of biryani

The IT guy’s day off.

Cozy sofa, warm sheets,

Latest movie on DVD, a half-read book

Crunchy pakoras, steaming cup of coffee

Her perfect lazy day.

Huge puddles, tiny paper boats

Teensy hungry stomachs with happy faces

Swish and splash on their way back, Home

Tarpaulin doors whoosh, tin roofs drum

As they gather around for warmth,

A construction worker’s family.

The curvy tear shaped drops linger, a brief moment

Squeal down leaves, window panes

Losing its shape to join its kin

Puddles, rivers and seas

Devastating floods

Overflowing gutters,

Losing its away

Along plastic-clogged paths.

Umbrellas, in different hues

A rainbow

Monsoon versions.