In Remembrance
In Remembrance
Today I'll remain busy
making video calls with
three loved ones in Heaven.
For once there are no flowers,
no sweets to offer,
in their remembrance.
Instead have lit three candles
to celebrate Ma and Didi's Birthdays
and for Dadu whom I never met
walked out of life this day.
To him, I'll say "have heard
so much about you,
can't wait to meet you in person".
Surely he"ll wave back
and respond "Go on old girl
keep up your spirits"
To Ma who would have been
ninety eight, I'll wish her a
"Happy Birthday".
I anticipate She'll respond
with that beatific smile, free
of pain lines, looking ethereal.
To Mejdi I'll have my say
"I'm still angry with you for
leaving without giving any notice"
She'll have that mischievous look
"wait till you reach here,
I'll pull out all your grey hair
and then we'll be even!"
For once I'm happy for them
They are in a safe place.
away from this planet.
Free to roam, smell the flowers
in God's beautiful garden.