I had written this poem and prepared the video for the the 13th edition of the Guntur International Poetry Festival (GIPF). In view of Covid 19, the festival which usually happens at Guntur at the premises of JKC college was planned as an online event. The festival premiered on 7th July 2020.
Livelihood, job, source of income
whatever you may like to call it
has suddenly become a question mark
whatever you may like to call it
has suddenly become a question mark
People plan for the future
but what do you do, when crisis strikes
from nowhere, out of the blue?
It is worry time for students
in professional colleges
the small time shopkeeper, the salaried
why, even big businesses stare at an uncertain future
not to mention, plight of our migrant workmen!
Prayers and faith in the ultimate good
trust and confidence
a strong belief that "This too shall pass"
that new doors will open, as old ones close
is what we need most at this time!
Flexibility and preparedness
openness to possibilities
being compassionate to fellow beings
is the sure - fire way to survive
and thrive in a changing world order!
Flexibility, openness to possibility, creativity - these are the things perhaps that will save the day for the humanity.
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot Durgaprasadji for responding and sharing your thoughts! yes, we have to face the situation with a positive bend of mind.
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