Now & then !!

It was the first breath

Birth starts the journey

Not knowing the start time

Destination also was unknown

 

It was the first word

No hints of recollection

Was it Mom or Dad?

Or did I just wave a "Hi"

 

It was the first smile

With bunny like teeth

Purely a smirk it was

Sarcasm was faraway

 

It was the first yawn

Nose shrinks to tiny ball

Sleep was forced on

Now, stress works wonders

 

It was the first hug

Learnt the emotion of love

Unaware of its different faces

Simple feelings turned complex

 

It was the first tear

Peaceful as it could be

Now there is some immunity

A stage between chaos and calm

 

It was the first life

Starting with pure innocence

Pushed into the world of lust

Now, Breathing through this dust

-- Tanvi D