Realization Dawns
It was only yesterday, when i went to a new place called School; Where we saw the world of black and white, and where ' master ji' would cane us fools; Very soon I was the big boy of the house, who had to get a job and step out; Thrilled I was, for I was getting a salary, post and perks made me swell with pride without a doubt! Next I was asked to marry this lady, who brought little kids in my life; Made me quit my cigar and scotch, had to bend down for she was the wife! Then she worried of the kids getting settled, luckily we found beautiful brides; Next we got the "happy news", they said it was time for gray hair to not hide; Today I'm retired and apparently live in peace, but what's not peaceful is the thought, That when did I grow this old? just when "aah now we're oldies" lose its sarcasm? When did my life even for once stop being directed by what I was expected to do? Just when did I have the chance to live, live ...