In the rhythm of life, a melody sweet,
Umasree Raghunath
Neither prejudiced by the past, nor in the fear of the future, the moment, and just live the moment!!!
Monday, May 13, 2024
Poem: You are my heartbeat
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 30 - A map of the heart
Oh, sacred cartographer of love's domain,
Whose ink traces the paths of joy and pain,
In the folds of your parchment, secrets hide,
Where the soul's wanderings gently abide.
You chart the valleys of tender affection,
And scale the peaks of deepest connection.
Each contour drawn with tender care,
A tapestry of emotions, rich and rare.
In your compass rose, passion finds its north,
Guiding hearts through storms and sloping forth.
Through winding rivers of laughter and tears,
You navigate the passage of years.
Oh, map of the heart, with lines unfurled,
You guide us through the labyrinth of the world.
In your atlas, we find solace and grace,
As we journey through life's boundless space.
Though storms may rage and winds may blow,
Your legend whispers the way we must go.
For in the cartography of love's great art,
You are the compass of every heart.
Monday, April 29, 2024
Review of ThRee Second Drama Production- "Kaatchi Pizhaigalo" on 28 April 2024 - One Word -"Brilliant" - One Suggestion-"Don't Miss It"
The last Sunday of April 2024, amidst the scorching heat of the summer, there was a wave of emotions, a fall of rainfall like drops of happy tears for the theatre lovers of Chennai. Despite my husband wanting it to give it a miss, due the IPL CSK match, I forced him saying that this will be worth watching than an IPL match, and he can always watch the match later. Thank God, the entire evening was worth the wait. The house was full at Narada Gana Saba. Kodai Nataka Vizha never disappoints and the play from none other than V.Sreevothsan and that too with star artists like M.V. Bhaskar and Lavanya Venugopal and team is a must watch for theatre enthusiast.
My curiosity grew high seeing the poster where Bhaskar walks with the stick behind Lavanya, and I initially thought that he is going to play the role of a visually challenged person. But trust me, Lavanya just killed the role with perfection. It is not easy to act like a blind artist in a stage, movies can have retakes, but on stage, it is the MOMENT. Lavanya kept the innocent smile on the face throughout the drama, the eyes depicting real visually challenged, not a moment asking for sympathy of the audience, but the entire family and fraternity of doctors and lawyers in the play take you to their world for the next 1.5 hours.
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 29- Mundane (a ballad)
In the 21st century's mundane plight,
We wake to screens, our guiding light.
From dawn till dusk, the cycle repeats,
In the hustle and bustle of city streets.
We chase the clock, in endless race,
Yearning for moments of quiet grace.
Yet amidst the chaos, a whisper still,
Of dreams unspoken, waiting to fulfill.
The mundane hum of daily grind,
A melody lost, but one to find.
In fleeting glimpses of nature's call,
We seek the peace that soothes us all.
So let us pause in the rush of time,
Embrace the mundane, let our spirits climb.
For in the ordinary, magic resides,
A ballad of life, where joy abides.
Sunday, April 28, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 28- Roots
In roots, our ancestors' wisdom thrives,
Parental love, the strongest ties.
Traditions, culture, values taught,
In family bonds, our souls are caught.
From these foundations, progress springs,
Love, care, concern, the heart's wings.
In the embrace of roots, we find,
A legacy of a kinder kind.
Saturday, April 27, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 27- Poetry
In poetry's verse, worlds take flight,
Friday, April 26, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 26- A Room of Own's Own
In a room of my own, I declare with glee,
No clutter or chaos, just space for me!
No socks on the floor or dishes in sight,
Just me and my thoughts, oh, what a delight!
I'll decorate with unicorns and rainbows so bright,
With fluffy pillows to hug every night.
No need to share, it's all just for me,
A sanctuary of bliss, as you can see.
No snoring or snooping, no need to pretend,
In my room of my own, I'm the queen till the end!
So if you need me, just knock on the door,
But beware, for in here, I rule and I roar!
Thursday, April 25, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 25- Sun-Struck
In the realm of sun-struck lands,
Where light and warmth extend their hands,
Compassion flows in rivers wide,
Peace resides, a gentle guide.
In every ray, life's dance is seen,
In fields of gold, where dreams convene.
The touch of sunlight, a tender kiss,
Bringing forth serenity, nothing amiss.
Beneath the canopy of azure hue,
Nature's symphony plays anew.
Birdsong and breeze, in harmony blend,
A tranquil haven, that time will defend.
So let us bask in sun-struck grace,
In this tranquil, sacred space.
Where light, warmth, and compassion shine,
In this peaceful realm, life intertwine.
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 24- Seeker
There once was a curious seeker,
Whose quest for knowledge grew meeker.
Through books and through scrolls,
In deserts and shoals,
They sought wisdom, growing ever sleeker!
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 23- Wilderness
A symphony of nature's gentle strains.
Where ancient trees whisper tales untold,
And rivers flow, serenely bold.
Majestic peaks kiss the azure sky,
As fleeting clouds drift gently by.
In every shadow, secrets lie,
Beneath the vast and starlit sky.
But now, alas, the wilderness mourns,
As civilization's grasp it scorns.
Concrete jungles replace the trees,
And silence yields to urban pleas.
Yet in our hearts, its memory thrives,
The wilderness, where the spirit thrives.
Though gone, its legacy remains,
In whispered winds and silent plains.
Monday, April 22, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 22- Disappear
Negative thoughts bid a quick goodbye.
Bad memories? Poof! They're out of sight,
Like a magician's trick in the dead of night.
Fake friends flutter, then fade away,
Leaving us chuckling at their display.
Stupid influences, they make us laugh,
Disappear like a ghostly gaffe.
Bad habits, they're no match for wit,
With a witty quip, we banish it.
In a cloud of humour, they simply dissolve,
Leaving us grinning, problem solved!
So here's to the art of making them clear,
Disappear with humour, no need to fear.
With laughter as our magic wand, you see,
We make them vanish, like a comedy spree!
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Saturday, April 20, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 20- Earthling
Friday, April 19, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 19- Solitude
Thursday, April 18, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 18 - House Plants
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 17 - Timeline (timeline of an Indian Woman)
A timeline, woven with threads of time,
Each moment a stitch in life's tapestry.
From the first cry of infancy,
To the wisdom of age's rhyme.
A journey marked by milestones,
Birthdays, graduations, and vows,
Each event a chapter, a story told,
In the tapestry of nows'.
Memories etched in the fabric of years,
A timeline, ever evolving, ever dear.
In the timeline of an Indian woman,
A tapestry of resilience and grace unfurls.
From the whispers of ancestral wisdom,
To the modern echoes of empowered curls.
Born amidst the colours of tradition,
She learns the dance of duty and devotion.
With each step, she forges her mission,
Navigating life with steadfast emotion.
Her youth blooms like the lotus at dawn,
With dreams as vibrant as a saree's hue.
Yet, bound by societal norms drawn,
She treads cautiously, yet boldly too.
Marriage brings new chapters to her tale,
A union of hearts, a familial bond.
She learns to balance, to prevail,
In the symphony of love, she's fond.
As motherhood embraces her soul,
She becomes the architect of tomorrow.
Nurturing dreams, making them whole,
In her embrace, love knows no sorrow.
Through trials and triumphs, she evolves,
A beacon of strength, a guiding light.
Her story, a testament to resolve,
In the timeline of an Indian woman's flight.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 16- Embrace
Monday, April 15, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 15- The Artist ( My dedicated poem to Legendary Artist Sri Thota Tharrani sir. )
In
Thota Tharrani's canvas, colours dance,
A
symphony of hues, in every glance.
Vibrant
pigments, alive and bold,
Each
stroke a story, waiting to be told.
With
depth and dimension, his art unfurls,
Capturing
life's essence, in swirls.
From
bustling streets to tranquil seas,
His
creations evoke emotions, with ease.
In
each composition, deep concepts reside,
Layers
of meaning, waiting to be spied.
Life's
situations, portrayed with grace,
In
Thota Tharrani's art, find their place.
Through
his lens, the world's beauty shines,
In
every shadow, in every line.
With
brush in hand, he paints life's scenes,
A
maestro of colours, in every dream.
So
let us celebrate this artist's gift,
Whose
visual arts uplift and uplift.
In
Thota Tharrani's creations, we find,
A
reflection of life, beautifully designed.
Sunday, April 14, 2024
NaPoWriMo 2024- Day 14- List Poem
In the bustling city streets I find, A myriad of wonders to unwind.
The aroma of freshly brewed coffee, Wafting from cafes, warm and cozy.
Pedestrians hurrying, phones in hand, Lost in their digital wonderland.
Street performers, talents on display, Captivating crowds in their own way.
Pigeons flocking, in a synchronized dance, Amidst the chaos, they find their chance.
Neon signs, lighting up the night, A kaleidoscope of colors, oh so bright.
Honking cars, a cacophony of sound, Mingling with chatter, all around.
Towering skyscrapers, reaching for the sky, A testament to human ambition, oh so high.
A patch of green, a park oasis, Offering respite from urban phases.
Smiling faces, strangers passing by, Each with a story, hidden from the eye.
And amidst it all, I find my place, In this vibrant city, a boundless space.