Friday, July 1, 2011

The work of a neophyte..part 1

Written on 28.10.2006

Hello soubrette!

No, its evident
the mask is worn
the make-up, unsullied
the back stage meticulously white washed..

And the actors play -
their parts..
But definitely not,
to perfection!

No, its evident
no one enjoys the show
but then they all say,
"It was incredible! encore!"

But the clock ticks away
the mask gets torn
the make up cracks- reveals wrinkles..and wounds,..
And the white wash dissipates..

Yes, its evident!
Still, they act.

The Signal

I grew weary -staring
at the ceiling
Yet I could'nt tear-
myself away.

Numbers jumbled
Evil faces mumbled
The alphabets seemed to mock
or rather- point and laugh.

I tried to close my eyes
Only to get images-more vivid
I pulled myself together
and the pressed my sticky palm against my cheek

Futile, useless creature-
The world seemed to say
Unblinking- I cried.. until
my tears lost their warmth