Reflections in the pool of life

My reflections in the pool of life beckoned to me today.

They implored me to come sit, cajoled & coaxed me to stay.

Happily I perched on a boulder that I spied ashore.

I knew this awakening, my tired soul wanted for sure.

 

I sat there in calm surrender, breathing all in one sweep.

Then I picked up a stone and cast it, into the water deep.

The ripples that it caused were reminiscent of some memory,

That came crashing back now became a part of my reality.

 

In the iridescent swell of the ripples, I saw ribbons of my life flash

And in that very moment, I felt my past and present clash.

I closed my eyes then to the remembrance; out came my sigh’s.

I saw even then, a vivid imagery play before my closed eyes.

 

With a resounding clap like thunder, I knew deep in my senses

That I must arise and go now, go and atone for my offences.

To anyone whom I hurt, caused any harm; my apologies sincere!

From here on I’ll ensure goodness so that my reflections, I can bear.


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About Sonal Singh

An author, storyteller, and full-time observer of life’s glorious absurdities. I write humour-laced stories where chaos wears fluffy fur, emotions arrive uninvited, and middle-class Indian households become ecosystems of drama, love, and unsolicited advice. Armed with sarcasm, caffeine, and alarming emotional attachment to stray creatures, I believe compassion is less of a virtue and more of a lifestyle disorder. One that I embrace. When I’m not writing, I’m usually busy running a full-time HR consultancy business, rescuing animals, or trying to maintain dignity while being emotionally manipulated by my pets. Through my literary work, I try to blend humour with heart, celebrating the messy coexistence of humans and non-humans in modern urban India.

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4 comments

  1. reflections make us understand our thoughts and transform us into a better person. you so well presented the inner duel of a person to face the past. well done…

    Keep Writing and Keep Shining
    Regards
    Roy

  2. So true…Insightful piece of work…loved it!

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