Friday 19 August 2016

The Perfect Illusion..!

The Perfect Illusion
 
It all started when I cracked a job abroad,
Lauding my happiness, you gulped a silent-nod.
 
Forsaking your apprehensions, stood by my side,
Wearing a massive smile, the sorrows you couldn't hide.
 
Future was indeed surreal when you held my hand,
Only to fade, your wishes were now being written on sand.
 
The increasing stash at bank was a useless chunk of pie,
Your heart screamed in vain, silently watching our prime years fly-by
 
          Searching for an answer, your face hung in gloom
          "Would I be able to re-start my career soon ?"
 
          "My degrees lay mounted, with the medals hung upon a wall
           Trapped in a qualm, each day I see myself fall..!"
 
          "Crashing from the heaven, falling on a barren land,
          Standing on the edge, I'm still looking for a magic wand."
 
I know you wanna break-free and again feel young.
Drown yourself in the lustre of ballads you once sung.
 
To reach the pinnacle of success you long deserve
And achieve the glory, yet holding your nerve
 
Let go all your blues and embrace the divine view
For now, a sweet li’l kid reminds of a mother in you.
 
His fluent talks prove your perseverance to the core,
For every new feather in his cap, it’s you who SCORE..!
 
And the same goes with me darling, I ain't no knight
The accolades I win are ONLY a result of your infinite might.
 
Toiling thru the day, you've raised the bar on the stage,
An epitome of patience and a symbol of courage.
 
Just a matter of time,
Until I see you shine.
 
          Donning a coat, redefining the science we once knew
          The whole world would cheer and look up to you.
 
Until that time, I have something for you to cope,
Not a mere word, it’s a bag full of "HOPE"
 
My Love, You're the sole reason we stand strong,
Hustling thru Life, kicking the beat all-along.
 
And it won’t be long, before we bid the final adieu,
Some great memories to cherish, Uncle Sam would surely moo.
 
                                                                                  - Lokesh Chauhan