Arun Maji

Why Read Poetry?

Poetry is something
that dances rhythm of your heart,
sings song of your soul,
dreams dream of your subconscious.

Anything that gives you joy,
brings tears to your eyes,
speaks hidden story of your heart,
is poetry.

When a baby stops crying
as he sucks his mother's breasts,
that's a poetry.

When your dog stares at you sadly
as you leave for your office,
that's a poetry.

Poetry is already there everywhere.
Some smiles to you in day light,
others hide themselves in shadow.

Those which hide themselves in shadow, ...