Growing Up Poem by Supriya Choudary

This poem is reflective of my childhood days where I used to feel bored during summer vacations as both my parents were working. But those long days of boredom made me an individualistic person and capable enough to combat loneliness. There were times when I longed for my parents to be at home when I was an adolescent. This wish was fulfilled when my Dad became a pillar of support during my college days as he had taken voluntary retirement. I had seen both phases which shaped me to what I am now.



As a little girl, a grille installed,

In her own house safety walled.

The iron beams looked strong,

To keep away the miscreant attempting anything wrong.

Come summer, a long vacation and a lonely girl,

Feeble and alien footsteps brought forth a fear whirl.

Parents away on winning bread,

The little one at home confined in the grilled balcony to tread.

The myriad voices of the television,

To give a human presence to relieve tension.

No sibling but a domestic help during noon,

Her eyes longing to see Mom and Dad come home soon.