Drowning, I caught the straw.
The straw smiled at me,
Eyes full of compassion,
Knowing fully well
It could not save me.
‘I leave your hand my dear friend,
I said in a gentle voice.
I would not drag you
In this huge watery tomb.
Weary of this life, I depart
With regrets none and smiles many.
pramila khadun
Poignant and imaginative, noteworthy for its apt brevity.
Thanks for this magnificent comment dear Vijay.
Acceptance of everything from life to death………..wonderful!
Thanks dear Anoucheka for this lovely comment.