Eternal Child

Unspoken, unfulfilled The infatuation of younger years Never had to endure the aging process, Wishful expectations, nor any disappointments This precious pearl intact inside its shell Immersed itself into the mysterious depths Of an ocean unknown, the sub-conscience Mind and heart in a deep romantic combine!   Love at the age of maturity in contrast A complete journey of fulfillment How powerful, frequent and fragrant at the onset Are the moments of ecstasy in the ‘Happily Ever After’!   As the cycle of mundane keeps rolling ‘For Granted’ paves its way and settles in Love’s wisdom lines becoming visible Through its ageing process limbs fragile Hurdles harder to overcome at times What if craving for ‘Once upon a time’ takes a hold!   Unexpectedly emerges from the ocean The eternal child that never grew old! Coming to rescue Through intricate memory lanes How tensions are eased Inner being starts smiling too!   As though this innocent child is helping the old man Cross the bridge once again Wisdom flirting with simplicity Mature love still, un-faltered! The two shadows then slowly distance and disappear Into the evening light of the golden forest ………………………. Zohra Zoberi