Hidden deep within

A crack that's so thin

Even lesser than a pin

But deadly as sin

When darkness breaks in

It's just like toxin

Release the devil within

Or fight it back to win

Emotions, perspectives and perceptions

Sometimes blind us of judgement

Expressions, body language, misconceptions

Gives different meaning to a harmless statement

Humans after all and not contraptions

Inevitably we get caught in some predicament

Nobody's perfect and there're no exceptions

But we choose the path and lay our own pavement

Creating a sentence can be an art

Different meanings with each word pulled apart

Regardless of whether one is smart

Or read it with an open heart

Can turn a delicious tart

Into a deadly poison dart

The years have amounted to thirteen

Thoughts and feelings were then still teen

Not cherishing what can be seen

Only realizing what could have been

A cup of tea, a cigarette and a book

Seated there at your usual spot

Those wonderful dishes you used to cook

None can replicate what's in that pot

That mysterious and expressionless look

Perhaps the reason that I have got

Even though you have been took

Memories and moments we never forgot

It's been 13 years and you're still missed... Dad!

We sometimes get under the weather

As though we're about to wither

And allow ourselves to rather

Let feelings and emotions smother

All the life choices that we gather

Did we choose this from the other

At times we wonder whether

Perhaps did we even bother

To realise there's always another

Be here and now, free as a feather

The intensity of every stroke

Gliding along the invisible line

Feeling an occasional poke

As those lines begin to redefine

Thoughts and emotions spoke

As the body starts to define

A mutual connection awoke

So indescribable and divine

This special bond ain't no joke

When the author and story combine

Stepped out into a familiar place

Vivid memories slammed right in the face

For a moment fell from grace

Losing sense of direction and pace

It's inevitable to sometimes retrace

As though it's a back and forth race

Hang on tight even if it's just a lace

Here and Now we should embrace

Cos everything will eventually fall in place

Frail and fatigued looking was he

Seated on a bench between those trees

He was at least twice the age of me

Bowed down arms resting on knees

Ignorant of the what's happening around

In his own world feeling safe and sound

Drifting away deep in thought

Reminiscing his life's battles fought

Then along came a feeble looking she

Steady steps makes her feel free

Approaching him as calm as can be

Her face seems to be beaming with glee

When their eyes met on common ground

A priceless treasure seems to be found

Wonderful memories cannot be bought

Cherish every moment that we sought

Angels may fall from broken wings

Turn of events can bring unhappy things

The compass hand frantically swings

Seeking out where the heart sings

It's not over when one still sings

One door closes another one swings

Look ahead towards happier things

Grow yourself a new pair of wings

Be amazed by what tomorrow brings

Looking at how our lives have grown

The different colors, shades and tones

Reflect upon the seeds we have sown

Have we stumbled upon one too many stones

Have we followed where the wind has blown

And in return get shivers to the bones

Are we willing to venture into the unknown

By stepping out of those comfort zones

Destiny lies within heart and soul of our own

When darkness comes to haunt

The devil emerges to taunt

Presence just obnoxiously flaunt

Frailty of mortals begin to daunt

We live and learn from everybody

Regardless if one is three, ten for seventy

Doesn't really have to be somebody

Even a kid can teach you plenty

We seek to find the so called remedy

To find answers for the uncertainty

In the end there is just nobody

But in ourselves who will find clarity

Weddings

An occasion to bring friends closer

Catching up and keeping bonds tighter

Reminiscing moments that we all remember

With smiles and laughter that comes after

To the couples who brought us back together

A wonderful and blissful marriage forever

Setback after setback with each day

Like a downward fall going all the way

Ain't gonna back down ain't pulling away

Things will get better than okay

Bring em on... Come what MAY

Cos positivity is here to stay

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The world revolves in such fragility

Turning life into such complexity

Reaching goals by means of frailty

Perhaps even resorting to cruelty

Defining lines between wealth and poverty

Losing sense of direction and certainty

What is the meaning of simplicity

And where does one seek to find clarity

Holding hands and strolling was an elderly couple

This guy's action that revealed his partners's dimple

A little boy running around happily with an apple

A toddler amazed at how a raindrop creates a ripple

Smiles and laughter are just so wonderful and simple

As I walked on to the tune of Beautiful People

This simple poem may not mean much

And it ain't gonna be as sweet as honey

But lil things from just a simple touch

Can be worth much more than money

From those who appreciate you as such

All the best in your new journey

You brought joy and laughter to those around

Setting this place full of light and sound

And now a new ground you have found

A journey with vast opportunities abound

13 years ago there was still a cake

With lighted candles and wishes to make

There were even photos we could take

Historical moments one cannot remake

Opened my eyes and stood up as I awake

Memorable moments just started to rake

Happy Birthday Dad!

A community trail walk at TPY

Space meant for community

But Caretakers are only three

Does fencing up mean private property

Ain't a community garden supposed to be free

Not just someone to fix a sole

Need some info he can be the "mole"

A babysitter if you're up to the neck

He's the cobbler at the void deck

A long corridor where everyone walks

Someone to lookout around the clock

Does a smaller one means more or less talks

Or shut out from the bolt and lock

Drawing hopscotch with colored chalks

Is different in a slab and point block

Classic biscuits in tins for a start

There's no need to push a cart

The tee kum machines just plays a part

With stacks of boxes seem like an art

Just hang around and open your heart

In the magic of a hdb minimart

2 poems on Spaces

1

All the different events and places

Those unforgettable moments and faces

From learning to tie shoelaces

To scoring all the aces

Looking back at those traces

We're all in the dimension of spaces

2

Slowing down and reflecting the traces

How life has gone through different phases

Moments shared and memorable places

Unique on its own and doesn't erases

Priceless expressions on the faces

Unforgettable regardless in what cases

The jigsaw pieces that filled the spaces

New journey, new beginning, starting bases

A new beginning, a passing phase

An ending chapter, parting ways

Living the moment, running a race

A fruitful journey, end of days

Here to stay or just passing by

Not knowing when hello meets goodbye

Seeking answers or just asking why

Time watches on and continues to fly

Every thought, each word we say

Paints the picture of today

Even a simple move in chess play

Can just determine come what may

The unpredictable can we deny

The inevitable one can we defy

Let it out regardless laugh or cry

Living the moment as we try

Stumbled upon a queer looking shell

One wonders what beneath dwells

Releasing an indescribable smell

All of a sudden the peal of bells

It was so strong that one just fell

A voice from within suddenly yells

"Come on in I have wares to sell"

"Anything you want, even wishing wells"

...The rest of the story is for you to tell

It's not about what's in the gift

But more of the right moment to give

Even a simple thought can give one a lift

Brightens one's day, even reason to live

Putting my trust to wherever he might go

Like how rivers will merge as they flow

He's matured enough I should think so

The years together as we both grow

After all he is my one and only bro 

Responsibilities and boundaries I should know

January, February, March, April, May

Pringles, Ruffles, Calbee, Kettles, Lays

Likings, preferences, choosing our own ways

What makes us who we are today

Doesn't really matter about hear says

Be who you are everything will be okay

Everyone is unique in their very own ways

Just be true to oneself each and every day

Looking behind the here and now

A treasure trove of lost memories

This garden filled with seeds we once plow

Have bloomed into countless stories

Give a smile and take a bow

Cos the future is built with these melodies

Why do we hold on to memories

Even though they end up as tragedies

Start having all kinds of queries

While listening to those sad melodies

Even though we've been hit by a  lorry

But life's not supposed to be so crappy

Rather than feel depressed and sorry

Shouldn't we look ahead and be happy

Simplicity

We sometimes make choices out of conformity

Justify and rationalize based on relativity

Eventually facing setbacks with such negativity

And compromise with what defines normality

Life is short just explore the possibility

With a lil touch of gradual positivity

The world evolved into such complexity

When life is all about simplicity

Chapters

Flipping over to the next page

How mankind evolved to this stage

With unconventional measures to gauge

Which never existed in the Stone Age

Discovery of time that we call age

Invention of paper that gives us wage

Building walls around us like a cage

Destruction of nature out of rage

Light

In the depths of a quiet night

Pitch black was the only sight

A sudden gust of wind from the right

Seem to lift one's soul into flight

Shivers and chills one couldn't fight

Trembling fists unable to clench tight

Wishing as much as one might

To catch just a glimpse of light

Bubbles

Are we trapped in our own little bubble

Within comfort zone away from trouble

What's beyond could be unstoppable

Perhaps we could even find a double

Do we hold back from what's capable

And be contented with the probable

Choices

Taste, hearing, smell or sight

Which is wrong and which is right

A lit path in the depths of night

A dark alley in the day so bright

Who's to tell which decision is bright

Only fate and destiny will know one's plight

Each choice that we make

Whichever path that we take

Are we being real or just being fake

And the question is for whose sake

Everyday as we awake

Every single moment is at stake

To hold on or to cut loose

To follow the don'ts or dos

When given options to choose

Are we there to win or lose