Childhood game.
Agree and disagree.
Disagree and agree
was simple and fun.
Being in adulthood
for a long period.
Things are twisted.
Minds get rigid.
Ideas are fixed.
Windows are
tightly shut.
Agree – disagree
is not fun any more.
Friends mock others.
For being liberal.
For being kind to others.
Being rationale.
And most of all
for opposing
the fake image
of nationalism.
Staying and suffering
was optional.
The weight of
fake friendships was
heavy.
She chose freedom.
Now question is
Will she be happy?
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Be kind
Very well described. “The fake image of nationalism”.
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Thanks Kindly.
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Wonderful to give this food to those who need it.
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Happy to see that many came forward to help others. Thanks Anne.
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So well put!
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Thanks Laurie.
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Your photo is beautiful, and your poem wise and timely.
Yes, helping others should be a normal part of each day. So many people in so many places have done such a good job of this during this past year. 🙂
(((HUGS))) 🙂
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Yes exactly. Thanks kindly dear Carolyn.
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So well said, Rupali. I have been shocked by how contentious some people can be on the internet.
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Hmm and people prefer to follow same news sources 24×7. Critical thinking is not on agenda for majority.
Thanks Derrick.
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Indeed
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A beautiful and profound poem, Rupali. Those were the days when as children everything was true and lovely. There are many who have lend a helping hand and that is good. Hope our situation in India starts improving. Mumbai and Pune are pretty good. Let’s hope other states too get cured.
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Thanks dear Kamal.
Good to hear about improvement.
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Welcome dear Rupali and yes improvement is taking place hope for the best though lockdown is extended till 1st Jun
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To break the chain of virus spreading lockdown is needed. It is really tough time for all but most for those who earn their bread on daily basis or have temporary jobs.
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Yes completely true they are almost hand to mouth and it is a sorry state but there are many good citizens who are helping in the need of the hour.
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🙏
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👌👌👌♥️♥️♥️♥️
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Tribalism rules under the umbrella of worldview and politics. There is no agree or disagree or middle ground…You’re just up or you’re down!
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Problem is stopping the spread seems a lesser priority than saving face in current situation especially in India. Not wearing a mask in public places, holding rallies/gathering is “wrong”.
I agree with tribalism but there are many who do not belong to any group but they support individuals doing proper job.
Thanks for commenting, Hal.
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Your poem is so beautiful and meaningful. Perhaps there is more wisdom in childhood about how to handle disagreement. It is sad how things often play out in adulthood.
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Healthy conversations are needed for a progressive society. Thanks Pragalbha.
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True. You are welcome.
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Of course yes, I think she will be happy..
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Thanks kindly Subbashini.
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so much good stuff on your blog, Rupali – and outreach is very powerful when we all make time to do what we can – when we can
🙂
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Thanks kindly Yvette. You inspire me a lot.
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Oh wow – that was so nice to read — may thanks and appreciate the smile you sent my way just now
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Keep smiling.
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