Category: Prose Poetry

House of Wisdom

Grandparents are archetypes of wisdom and healing, the balance of masculine and feminine energies within us.

Like rivers and sky, they embody opposites: action and stillness, intellect and presence. Their wisdom flows through us, reminding us that true learning is both active and reflective.

Life is a cycle too, with flow and transformation as its resilient currents.

Remembering my grandparents with gratitude, in the quiet imprint of nature and spirit. 

NaPoWriMo 2025 – Day 14

April Poetry Writing Month – Day 14

Photo Inspiration: Laburnum, Englischer Garten, Munich

Young or old, or becoming, there are special moments. Embrace the fleeting joys and accept situations with grace.

Poetic form: Shadorma, said to have Spanish origin, is a 6-line short verse written in 3-5-3-3-7-5 syllable pattern.

Today is Vishu, the New Year celebrated in Kerala in India. The laburnum, which blooms in Spring, is especially cherished during Vishu; its vibrant yellow symbolising prosperity and is considered sacred.
Significant to Lord Krishna.

The night before, we arrange a sacred offering called ‘vishukani’ at homes and temples. It is the first sight that we wake up to, welcoming the New Year with abundance and devotion.

NaPoWriMo 2025 – Day 4

April Poetry Writing Month – Day 4

We belong without borders. 

What does it mean to have roots? Can we truly belong without being anchored to one place?  Reflecting on my experience of growing up — and learning to live — in many places, this is about the people, the memories, and the feeling of belonging we carry with us. In the end, there is only love and the constant life lessons it brought.